{"id":126,"date":"2019-12-23T16:54:17","date_gmt":"2019-12-23T16:54:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.andersondentalgahanna.com\/blog\/?p=126"},"modified":"2021-12-07T17:10:38","modified_gmt":"2021-12-07T17:10:38","slug":"4-oral-habits-to-develop-for-a-healthier-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.claybrookedental.com\/blog\/4-oral-habits-to-develop-for-a-healthier-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Oral Habits to Develop For a Healthier New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.andersondentalgahanna.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_305787273__1577108396_86046-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"friends celebrating the new year\" class=\"wp-image-127\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking forward to pressing the \u201crefresh\u201d button on your life for the new year? There\u2019s no better resolution to make than one in your overall wellbeing. Although your mouth seems like a small part of your body, it\u2019s just as important to keep healthy as any other body part. Building new and better dental habits starting in January can set you up for a year of fewer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andersondentalgahanna.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">visits to your dentist<\/a> and less developing oral health problems. Read on for four tips to keep your health in tip-top shape for 2020.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Commit to Flossing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention conducted the\nfirst nationally representative analysis to find out how many people in the\nUnited States flossed their teeth daily. You\u2019re probably surprised to know that\nonly about 30 percent said they do. Although flossing may seem inconvenient and\ntime-consuming, it\u2019s an important part of keeping your gums and teeth healthy.\nA buildup of harmful oral substances such as plaque and food debris between\nyour teeth can increase your risk of developing gum disease. That\u2019s why the\nAmerican Dental Association recommends flossing at least once every day to keep\nyour mouth healthy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintain a Nutritious Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people aren\u2019t aware that what they eat can reduce or\nincrease their risk of dental decay. When you\u2019re conscious about consuming\nexcessive amounts of sugars and carbohydrates, you can keep harmful oral\nbacteria from accumulating in your mouth and causing cavities to form. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Substituting healthier snacks for processed ones can help\nkeep your teeth and gums healthier than they already are. The ideal foods to\nincorporate into your daily diet include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Calcium-rich foods like fat-free milk, yogurt,\ncheese, canned salmon, and almonds help protect your teeth.<\/li><li>Phosphorus found in lean meats, beans, and fish\ncan help strengthen your teeth.<\/li><li>Vitamin C in citrus, tomatoes, potatoes, and\nspinach keep your gums healthy.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to routine dental hygiene, having a mindful and\nnutritious diet can boost your health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Kick Bad Oral Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people develop bad oral habits over their lifetime,\nsuch as nail-biting, smoking, and teeth grinding. Unfortunately, while these\nare hard to break, they\u2019re ruining your oral health. According to the Centers\nfor Disease Control and Prevention, smoking will double your risk of developing\ngum disease. Nail-biting and teeth grinding can cause excessive wear-and-tear\non your teeth, putting them at risk of developing problems like cavities.\nAlthough it\u2019s hard, for the new year, try forming a plan to kick any of your\nbad oral habits to the curb. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Upgrade Your Dental Hygiene Gear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people may consider upgrading their dental hygiene\ntools as a frivolous way to spend their money. However, more efficient and\neffective toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental floss can keep you\nfrom spending your hard-earned savings on costly dental procedures. Try\ninvesting in your oral health by asking your dentist what products they would recommend,\nsuch as water flossers or sonic toothbrushes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All of these tips combined with routine dental checkups and\ncleanings will improve your oral health so you can look forward to a better you\nin 2020. Don\u2019t forget to ask your dentist if they have any particular\nrecommendations or tips and tricks to help take care of your unique mouth\nduring your next semi-annual visit! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Brooke Buller is passionate about providing each of her patients with high-quality preventive dental care to help keep serious oral health problems from developing. By tackling issues early, she is able to minimize her patients\u2019 risk and give them the tools and knowledge they need to get their oral health back on track. For questions or to schedule a routine checkup and cleaning to start your new year, visit Claybrooke Dental of Gahanna\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.andersondentalgahanna.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call 614-475-1874.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you looking forward to pressing the \u201crefresh\u201d button on your life for the new year? There\u2019s no better resolution to make than one in your overall wellbeing. Although your mouth seems like a small part of your body, it\u2019s just as important to keep healthy as any other body part. 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