Hygiene

Periodontal disease can be prevented with good daily oral hygiene habits and regular trips to Madison Smile!

A Healthy Mouth Can Also Mean a Healthy Body!

Researchers suspect that the inflammation and bacteria associated with gum disease can also affect the body as a whole. This being said, it is not a far cry to imagine that prevention of these periodontal diseases is an important step in maintaining overall health. The good news is that it is not difficult to take care of your teeth!

To keep your gums healthy, follow these simple suggestions from Dr. Wayne Silverstein:

• Brush your teeth thoroughly twice a day using an ADA-accepted toothpaste with fluoride. Proper brushing helps remove plaque from the inner, outer and chewing surfaces of the teeth before it can harden.

• Use floss or clean between your teeth with another type of interdental cleaner daily. This type of cleaning is the only way to remove the plaque that collects in the spaces between your teeth – the places where your toothbrush can not reach.

• Eat a balanced diet and limit snacks.

• Schedule regular professional examinations and cleanings with the group of highly-trained Dental Hygienists at Madison Smile. Professional dental cleanings are the only way to remove the calculus which traps plaque bacteria along the gum line.

• Utilize Periodontal Charting which measures pocket depths to insure that there is no bone loss and that there are no large abscesses forming.

• Get regular oral cancer screenings.

• Follow the instructions that the hygienists at Madison Smile provide for at-home oral care. These instructions will provide specific information on how to take care of your own individual problem areas.

• Think of good oral care as part of a healthy lifestyle!