Seeking out dental care is an investment in good health as well as your social well-being and how we and others see ourselves when we interact with each other at work and socially. Taking care of that investment is not any different from taking care of natural teeth.
If you want your teeth, and any dentistry associated with them to function for a long time, look good, and have fewer problems, you must maintain them daily. Your teeth are bombarded with hot foods, cold foods, heavy pressures, hard crunchy foods, acids, and an onslaught of bacterial invaders that break down your teeth. Not to mention aging which only degrades your teeth and immune system that fights off infections. All these factors make it essential to follow these steps when caring for your cosmetic dentistry.
Brush Thoroughly Twice Daily
A soft bristle toothbrush is best for cosmetic dentistry. It allows for the gently cleaning of surfaces and hard-to-reach areas. Set a timer for 2 minutes when brushing to ensure thorough cleaning.
Floss Daily
Flossing removes plaque and food particles hiding between your teeth. Flossing at least once daily to helps minimize oral health issues.
Limit Hard & Sticky Foods
Eating hard & sticky foods can weaken your cosmetic dentistry and your surrounding natural teeth. Consuming these foods less frequently will help to keep your teeth strong.
Schedule Regular Dental Visits
Routine dental examinations are important to your dental and overall health. Seeing a dentist twice a year will help ensure that your teeth, both natural and cosmetic, will last a lifetime.
In order to keep your natural teeth, and any dentistry such as veneers or dental implants you must continue to take care of them to give them the best chance of lasting a lifetime.
