{"id":1391,"date":"2022-03-03T15:51:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-03T15:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?p=1391"},"modified":"2022-06-20T19:50:03","modified_gmt":"2022-06-20T19:50:03","slug":"spring-teeth-cleaning-tips-for-dentist-in-dublin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/spring-teeth-cleaning-tips-for-dentist-in-dublin\/","title":{"rendered":"Here’s How to Give Your Teeth a Spring Cleaning!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Now that spring is here, many people are starting their spring-cleaning projects. They\u2019re checking closets, cabinets, and drawers for junk and litter to toss out. All in all, it’s a good habit to keep, but sometimes it\u2019s forgotten that this cleaning can (and should) apply to the body too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Truthfully, you\u2019d be better off if you did a spring cleaning on your teeth, not just your home. To that end, here’s a guide from your dentist in Dublin<\/a> on how to freshen your smile for this fresh, flowery season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Trash the Old, Get the New<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As with any other spring cleaning, the first step is decluttering the old to make way for the new.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, consider your toothbrush. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends getting a new one every three to four months due to its fraying and accumulation of bacteria. Furthermore, it’s best if this new brush has soft bristles \u2014 other types can cause enamel loss or receding gums, especially when you brush too hard. You might want to get an electric toothbrush, which uses vibrations or rotating movement to clean more thoroughly than manual brushes. Consider checking in with your dentist for their recommendations on the best models.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s also essential to eliminate any expired dental items you’ve kept until now. Are your mouthwash and toothpaste past their labeled expiration dates? If so, chuck them in the trash! Those products lose effectiveness beyond said date and should be replaced with newer, fresher substitutes. On the other hand, you could also switch things up and try using some new brands for a different experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Your Local Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The next step would be to see your local dentist for treatment. There\u2019s only so much you can do to clean your teeth on your own, and dental hygienists have tools to reach places where your flosses and toothbrushes can\u2019t.  They can thus perform many beneficial procedures, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n