5 Ways to Improve Your Oral Health in 2023

Do you want 2023 to be your best year yet? Well then now is the time to create some New Year’s Resolutions! In addition to being manageable, they should completely align with the “big” goals you want to achieve this year. If having the healthiest, happiest smile is one of them, then keep reading to learn five New Year’s Resolutions for a healthier smile.

#1. Add More Vitamin-Rich Foods to Your Diet

Instead of focusing on what to take away from your diet, think about everything you can add. For example, you can add some frozen spinach to your morning smoothie for some added nutrients (without compromising the flavor too!). Also, you can add a serving of fruit to your lunch or a side of steamed vegetables to your dinner. That way, you bump up the satiety factor while also promoting healthy teeth and gums.

#2. Commit to Visiting Your Dentist Every Six Months

Six-month dental checkups and cleanings aren’t optional. On the contrary, they are essential to maintaining a healthy, happy smile. After all, they allow your dentist to periodically screen for tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancer. Plus, the cleaning portion removes stubborn plaque and tartar, helping preserve your oral health in the short and long term. So, if your first appointment of 2023 is not yet on the calendar, schedule it today!

#3. Floss Every Day

Unfortunately, many patients believe that flossing daily isn’t necessary. The reality is that brushing alone only cleans about 60% of the surface of your teeth. To effectively clean them, you need to floss each morning or evening. Note: if you aren’t a fan of traditional floss, try an alternative, like an oral irrigator. While it won’t replace traditional floss entirely, it can cut down on the amount of time you spend completing your oral hygiene regimen!

#4. Cut Back on Any Unhealthy Dental Habits

When you’re stressed, do you smoke or bite your nails? Do you chew on ice to cool down? Do you chew on your pen caps at work? If the answer to any of these questions was “yes,” then there is no time like the present to put a plan in place to quit. If you’re having trouble, you can always reach out to your dentist or doctor too. They may have some helpful recommendations that can make all the difference!

#5. Spice Up Your Oral Hygiene Routine

Do you think your oral hygiene routine has to be boring? Think again! There are several tools available that can help make cleaning your teeth something you look forward to. Fun music, an electric toothbrush, and an oral irrigator are great places to start.

About the Practice

At Third Street Dental, patients can visit our three exceptional dentists. With the rest of our amazing team at their side, they are proud to offer essential preventive care, tooth-saving emergency dentistry, and everything in between. If it’s been more than six months since your last visit or you’d like to learn more about how to care for your smile at home, don’t hesitate to visit our website or call (614) 228-4850.