{"id":105,"date":"2019-02-26T17:39:29","date_gmt":"2019-02-26T17:39:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kleinfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=105"},"modified":"2019-02-26T17:41:00","modified_gmt":"2019-02-26T17:41:00","slug":"here-are-some-tips-for-healthy-teeth-from-a-dentist-in-harrisburg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kleinfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/26\/here-are-some-tips-for-healthy-teeth-from-a-dentist-in-harrisburg\/","title":{"rendered":"Here Are Some Tips for Healthy Teeth from a Dentist in Harrisburg"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-107\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kleinfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/smile-smaller-Copy-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"woman with bright smile\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kleinfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/smile-smaller-Copy-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.kleinfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/smile-smaller-Copy.jpeg 612w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Most of us know we should brush and floss daily, eat a sensible diet, and see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kleinfamilydentistry.com\/preventative.html\">dentist in Harrisburg<\/a> for regular visits. But it\u2019s also important to know how to do these things with an eye towards effectiveness. Otherwise we might miss out on benefits we could otherwise enjoy. With that in mind, here are some tips for fine-tuning these essential habits. Use them to give yourself the winning edge when it comes to your teeth and gums.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Four Keys to Better Brushing<\/h2>\n<p>Brushing is one of those tasks where the little details add up to a big difference. Here are four ways to up your game:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Brush all sides of your teeth: front, back, and chewing surfaces.<\/li>\n<li>Brush for at least two full minutes. Using a timer is a good idea.<\/li>\n<li>Use a soft bristle toothbrush and a toothpaste with the ADA seal of acceptance on the packaging.<\/li>\n<li>Do you have sensitive teeth? Try a low-abrasive brand or ask your dentist for a recommendation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>Flossing Is Fundamental<\/h2>\n<p>Even the most diligent brushing can never remove all of the plaque and food particles in and between your teeth. That\u2019s why dentists spend so much time urging their patients to floss.<\/p>\n<p>If you have trouble fitting floss string between your teeth, then you might want to use a water stream flossing device. An interdental toothbrush is an alternative to flossing that offers the same benefits.<\/p>\n<h2>Eat a Sensible Diet<\/h2>\n<p>Like the other tips in this post, this is sometimes easier said than done. Nutrition is a complex topic, one which we cannot cover thoroughly in this post. However, we can recommend the following tips:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Aim for variety in your food choices. Your body needs not only protein but healthy unsaturated fats, complex carbs, fiber, vitamins, and minerals in order to function properly.<\/li>\n<li>Try substituting fresh fruit or sugar-free-products for your favorite sugary desserts. You may soon find that you prefer them to your traditional choices. That\u2019s because many of our dietary preferences come from simple repetition. In other words, we don\u2019t eat what we like; we like what we eat.<\/li>\n<li>Beware of fad diets, which promise quick weight loss at the cost of sound nutrition. It\u2019s better to lose weight gradually; that way you\u2019re more likely to keep it off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Schedule Your Dental Appointments Now<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re like most of us, you\u2019ve got plenty to keep you busy. With so much going on, it\u2019s easy to forget priorities like scheduling dental appointments; so why not schedule them now? That way you won\u2019t have to worry about doing it later. A good rule of thumb is to see your dentist every six months, more often if you\u2019re at greater risk of cavities.<\/p>\n<p>Dental care is one of the smartest investments any of us can make. Lets the tips in this post guide you as you work to make 2019 your healthiest year yet tooth-wise. In the years to come you\u2019ll look back and smile at what you\u2019ve accomplished.<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Gary Klein earned his DDS degree from the NYU College of Dentistry and served his residency at Allentown\u2019s Lehigh Valley Hospital. You can reach his office <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kleinfamilydentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or by calling (717) 652-6644.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most of us know we should brush and floss daily, eat a sensible diet, and see our dentist in Harrisburg for regular visits. But it\u2019s also important to know how to do these things with an eye towards effectiveness. 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