Of course, you’ve never questioned whether or not it’s important to brush your teeth. You’ve heard your entire life that you need to brush your smile to keep it healthy, so you brush it (and hopefully, you do so twice every day). You may even be quite careful about brushing for two minutes, which is what we suggest, each time you brush, in addition to using soft bristles and doing a thorough job! While you might be very dedicated, you may occasionally realize that you don’t actually know why this is so important. What does brushing really do and how, you ask yourself? Our Springfield, OH team would love to break down the details for you, so you see that this dental hygiene method really is all you think it is for your smile and oral health.
#1: It Prevents Staining
Brushing your teeth is important for your oral health, of course. However, we strongly encourage you to remember too that it’s also good for the way your smile looks. If you’re someone who would really prefer not to end up with a yellowed smile, then don’t overlook this important detail: Pigments end up coating your smile every time you eat or drink (especially if it’s something with a lot of color to it). Over time, this can cause stains. However, if you brush those pigments away, you’re protecting the vibrancy of your grin.
#2: It Prevents Decay And Gingivitis
You know that you should brush to protect your oral health because you’re removing plaque. What does this mean, though, you wonder? Well, plaque is sticky. It’s full of bacteria that can lead to gingivitis and tooth decay. However, only if you leave it on your teeth. Brush it twice daily and keep it from turning into tartar and you’re home free!
#3: It Promotes Fresh Breath!
Our team wants you to remember that if you want fresh breath, you have to keep all of that food and all of that plaque off of your smile! Decomposing food between teeth doesn’t smell very good. The odors that bacteria within plaque let off don’t smell good either. Combine the two when you’re not keeping up with preventive care and not only will your oral health suffer but your mouth won’t smell so fresh. Or, brush and you’ll keep your breath smelling lovely!
Feel Better About Your Brushing With Our Help
Learn more about why your preventive care is so important when you discuss your brushing with us! Ready for your checkup in Springfield, OH? Schedule your appointment with North Spring Dental today by calling 937.399.3800.