Let's be honest, going to your local dentist can be kind of scary. However, your mouth's health has a huge impact on the rest of your body. By not taking care of your oral health, you increase your chances of developing raspatory issues, heart disease, and much more. So, it’s worth biting the bullet and heading down to your dentist on Gold Coast who will have you smiling your whole life. Here are some of the top dental tips to take home from your dentist.

Have regular checkups
As much as you might hate it, having regular appointments to see your dentist will tremendously help your oral health. Even for those who brush and floss daily, it is advised that everyone should see a dentist at least twice a year for a clean and check-up. This will minimise any chances for cavity decay and allow the dentist to have a look for any underlying issues you might have.

Brush properly and regularly
Brushing your teeth properly and regularly is essential! Yes, the way you clean your teeth is key to good oral health. If you poorly brush your teeth, it’s almost as damaging as not brushing them at all. To clean your teeth properly you need to brush them for 2-3 minutes using a circular motion making sure you’re brushing each tooth, not just the area. This will remove any plaque that is on your teeth, creating a beautiful bright smile.
Cleaning your teeth regularly is just as important! Make sure you are brushing your teeth at least twice a day and never fall asleep without cleaning them. This will ensure you are removing any food that is lodged in your teeth which may eventually harden and lead to calculus build up.

Another important note when you’re cleaning your teeth is to note ignore your tongue. Just like your teeth and gums, your tongue can build up bacteria if left uncleaned. Using a tongue scraper will improve the smell of your breath and oral health.

Flossing
Many people who do regularly clean their teeth usually forget to floss. Now it’s not enough to floss just before you see your dentist. It’s recommended to floss at least once a day or after a meal. It removes the food and plaque out of the nook and crannies of your teeth as well as improving your gum health and reducing inflammation.

Limit sugary and acidic food
We all know that super sugary food and drinks like soft drinks and desserts are not good for us. But do you know how it affects your oral health? By consuming high sugar and acidic foods you significantly increase your chances of getting cavities. This is because the acids in your mouth create bacterial infections that feed off high sugar food and drinks. By staying away from food and drinks that are high in acid and sugar will significantly decrease your chances of any tooth decay or cavities.

If you are looking to improve your oral health visit the team at Mint Dental GC, they have the best dentist on the Gold Coast.