{"id":975,"date":"2019-08-04T19:14:19","date_gmt":"2019-08-04T19:14:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?p=975"},"modified":"2020-07-21T15:23:03","modified_gmt":"2020-07-21T15:23:03","slug":"5-super-helpful-dental-health-tips-for-people-on-the-go","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/5-super-helpful-dental-health-tips-for-people-on-the-go\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Super Helpful Dental Health Tips for People on the Go!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery alignright columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/man-dental-checkup-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"976\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=976\" class=\"wp-image-976\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/man-dental-checkup-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/man-dental-checkup-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/man-dental-checkup-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For most people, the main challenge facing them daily is\ntime management. Thus, as the world continues to speed up, it can become\nincreasingly harder to maintain healthy teeth and gums. The good news is that\nwith the help of your dentist in Dublin, you don\u2019t have to succumb to the\ndemands of life and sacrifice your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/about-us.html\">oral health<\/a>. Read\non to learn about 5 simple and effective tips for enjoying excellent dental\nwellness, even if you\u2019re constantly on the go!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1 \u2013 It Starts with the Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hands down, the toothbrush is the most utilized and\nwell-known tool for cleaning teeth. However, to see the best results, it\u2019s\nimportant to purchase the right type. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be small enough to be easily transported and\nshaped to comfortably accommodate the contour of your mouth. Additionally, keeping\nyour toothbrush handy and consistently using it will contribute greatly to your\nquest for excellent oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2 \u2013 Don\u2019t Forget About the Tongue Scraper<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cleanliness of your tongue is just as important as the\nmaintenance of your teeth. That\u2019s because your tongue, at some point, makes\ncontact with the other parts of your mouth. Thus, if the former is soiled,\nbacteria can be spread rapidly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One easy way to prevent this is to use a tongue scraper. By\ngliding it from the back of the tongue to the front, the bacteria and leftover\nfood particles that become lodged between the papillae on the tongue can be\nfreed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3 \u2013 Wait Before Cleaning Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it\u2019s of the utmost importance to brush and floss\nyour teeth after eating, it\u2019s equally necessary that some protocols be\nfollowed. One to keep in mind is that you should allow at least 30 minutes to\npass after eating a meal or drinking a beverage, other than water, before\nperforming oral hygiene. Otherwise, you run the risk of damaging the precious\nenamel that protects your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4 \u2013 Try a Floss Alternative<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While flossing is one of the key ways to clean your teeth,\nit can be more difficult to execute when you\u2019re on the go. One way to prevent\nfrustration and to still receive the same benefits, is to use one of the\nfollowing alternatives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Interdental Brush <\/strong>\u2013 apparatus that\nconsists of small brushes that help rid teeth of food and plaque the get\ntrapped between them<\/li><li><strong>Water Flosser <\/strong>\u2013 handheld device that\nsprays streams of water in steady pulses to remove food between the teeth<\/li><li><strong>Floss Picks <\/strong>\u2013 a small plastic tool that\nholds one strand of floss, which allows for removing debris between the teeth<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5 \u2013 Pay Your Dentist a Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A typical visit to your dentist will only take around an\nhour to complete. This small period of time, though, can have a huge impact on\nyour oral health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s because you\u2019ll receive a thorough cleaning and\nexamination that will identify any developing issue before it can become a\nserious headache. Therefore, you can focus more on maintaining your oral health\nand living a happy life, instead of seeking treatments for unnecessary\nproblems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn about other ways to fortify your oral health while\non the go, contact your dentist to schedule a preventive care visit today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Eric Buck is a proud graduate of The Ohio State\nUniversity College of Dentistry. Throughout his career, he has stressed the\nimportance of preventive care to his patients, which allows them to experience superb\noral health. Dr. Buck provides exceptional dental care at Distinctive Smiles of\nDublin, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For most people, the main challenge facing them daily is time management. Thus, as the world continues to speed up, it can become increasingly harder to maintain healthy teeth and gums. 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