DENTAL HYGIENE
Your Los Angeles home for dental hygiene is right here at Dr. Villadiego's dentist office. From cleanings to gum enhancement to teeth whitening, we offer the professional services that put the finishing touches on your smile.
10 Dental Hygiene Tips
Dental hygiene is a year-round activity. It doesn't have to take a lot of time to keep the power of your smile active every day. Check out these tips for looking your best.
- Aim to brush at least twice a day and floss at least once per day.
- Don't neglect your gums when you're brushing. A circular motion along the gum line will help keep your gums healthy.
- Flossing has a big overall impact on keeping your teeth and gums healthy by cleaning the hard to reach spaces between your teeth. Don't skip your daily flossing!
- Don't forget to floss the back sides of your back teeth.
- Smoking not only yellows your teeth, but causes gum deterioration. If you need one more incentive to quit smoking, consider the health of your mouth and the quality of your smile.
- Avoid sugary drinks, especially soft drinks and energy drinks. Soft drinks have high quantities of sugar and a damaging acidic effect on teeth.
- Your overall eating habits make a difference in the health of your mouth. Choose healthy foods and watch out for excess sugar.
- Mouthwash is a helpful extra. It can't take the place of regular brushing and flossing, but can kill bacteria in your mouth that contributes to bad breath and gum disease.
- Chew sugar free gum after a meal when it is not convenient to brush your teeth.
- Make regular visits to your dentist. A visit to Dr. Villadiego's dentist office in Chatsworth in Los Angeles can get you on the right track with dental hygiene, preventative care and cosmetic dentistry.
