{"id":256,"date":"2020-12-14T22:02:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-14T22:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/?p=256"},"modified":"2021-01-14T22:02:59","modified_gmt":"2021-01-14T22:02:59","slug":"4-new-years-resolutions-dentist-melbourne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2020\/12\/14\/4-new-years-resolutions-dentist-melbourne\/","title":{"rendered":"4 New Year\u2019s Resolutions for a Healthy Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"New<\/a>After several months stuck at home amid the COVID pandemic, the weeks have flown by. Believe it or not, 2021 is right around the corner. As you focus on the upcoming year, you are likely thinking about your goals, like eating better, exercising regularly, or paying off debt. As you plan for the future, your dentist in Melbourne recommends placing a healthy smile at the top of your New Year\u2019s resolutions list. Here are 4 habits to establish to ensure your smile stays healthy throughout the year.<\/p>\n

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1. Brush before going to bed.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your toothbrush is your first line of defense against preventable oral health issues, like tooth decay and gum disease. Your dentist recommends you brush your teeth at least twice daily, but it\u2019s easy to climb into bed without cleaning your teeth after a long day. If you don\u2019t brush at night, you\u2019re creating the perfect environment for harmful bacteria. Even if you\u2019re exhausted, make brushing part of your bedtime routine to prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Floss every night.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No matter how well you brush your teeth, there are still areas in your mouth the bristles can\u2019t reach, like in between your teeth. Flossing removes plaque and bacteria that can lead to gum disease. Although you might believe cavities are the only threat to your smile, at least 50% of Americans have gum disease, which is the leading cause of tooth loss. It\u2019s best to use high-quality floss to clean in between each tooth before going to bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Cut back on sugar.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everyone loves sweet treats, but they are bad for your teeth. When sugar combines with saliva, it creates an acidic plaque that erodes your enamel. Eventually, a cavity can occur. It\u2019s best to limit your consumption of sugary foods to preserve your enamel. If you can\u2019t ignore your sweet tooth, brush your teeth well when you\u2019re finished. If you can\u2019t get to your toothbrush, rinse your mouth with water to remove any lingering food particles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Visit your dentist twice a year.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental care focuses on prevention because it keeps the teeth and gums healthy to ensure your smile lasts for a lifetime while also lowering your long-term oral health expenses. The American Dental Association recommends visiting your dentist at least twice a year for a cleaning and checkup<\/a>. If you skip your semi-annual appointments, it\u2019s best to commit to maintaining your visits in the year ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Invest in Your Dental Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There isn\u2019t any better time than now to invest in your oral health. A few changes throughout the day will have a lasting effect on your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Beverly Rose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Rose<\/a> earned her dental degree from the University of Florida College of Dentistry. She regularly continues her training to remain well-versed in the latest treatments and techniques. Dr. Rose is also an alumnus of the Las Vegas Institute, focusing on cosmetic and neuromuscular dentistry. She can help you achieve the healthy, beautiful smile you deserve. Contact our office<\/a> today to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"After several months stuck at home amid the COVID pandemic, the weeks have flown by. Believe it or not, 2021 is right around the corner. As you focus on the upcoming year, you are likely thinking about your goals, like eating better, exercising regularly, or paying off debt. As you plan for the future, your dentist in Melbourne recommends placing a healthy smile at the top of your New Year\u2019s resolutions list. Here are 4 habits to establish to ensure your smile stays healthy throughout the year. (Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-256","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/256","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=256"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/256\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":258,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/256\/revisions\/258"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=256"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=256"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=256"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}