Show Your Teeth Some Love This Year

Your teeth make it possible for you to fall in love with certain foods and can even make it easier for others to fall in love with you when you flash your beautiful smile. Unfortunately, teeth often don’t get the love they deserve because they get taken for granted and people assume they’ll always have their teeth to count on. But if you show your teeth some extra TLC this year, you can be sure your teeth will always be there for you. Here are some ways you and a dentist in Aliso Viejo can give your teeth a little extra love.

Be a Good Listener

Like any good relationship, communication is key. Your teeth may not be able to perfectly articulate their needs, but if you listen well, you can make sure your teeth get the love and care they need. If you’re experiencing any sensitivity or pain with cold or heat, it’s probably time to get some professional dental care. Pain while biting can also be an indication that something is wrong, so it’s better to be safe than sorry and contact the dentist when you notice any changes to the health of your teeth.

Be Nurturing

Good relationships require a lot of nurturing as well. This includes brushing and flossing the teeth regularly and making sure you have regular checkups. These checkups will remove tartar and plaque buildup that can eventually result in decay. Along with good dental care, make sure you know when to give your teeth some space. Some acidic foods can weaken the teeth, so if you’re drinking wine or soda, it’s best to brush within a half hour so that your teeth don’t become weak and discolored. It’s also important to know how to brush properly. Use gentle, circular motions instead of rough back-and-forth motions when brushing.

Give Thoughtful Gifts

Gift giving is another important thing to consider. Your teeth will benefit from a new toothbrush at least every three months. Be sure to buy a soft-bristled toothbrush so that your gums aren’t damaged from brushing. You can also consider a tongue scraper and floss. Not only will your teeth appreciate these small gestures, but your breath will benefit as well.

Be Protective

Your teeth already take a lot of abuse from regular use, so it’s important to keep your teeth safe from other hazards as well. The teeth are designed for eating only and having unrealistic expectations can harm the relationship. Avoid using your teeth as bottle openers, nail clippers, or for tearing packages open. Your teeth may seem up to the task, but frequently chewing on nonfood items can damage the enamel. Your teeth might even chip.  Also, grinding or clinching your teeth puts extra pressures on the teeth that they were not designed to bear.

Consider the Chemistry

If the chemistry is wrong in a relationship, there’s not much hope for it to last. You can improve the chemistry by eating foods that can help neutralize damaging, acidic foods. After eating or drinking acidic foods, be sure to eat foods high in alkaline, such as cheese, almonds, asparagus, broccoli, or avocado.

Give a Makeover

Finally, it’s important to note that your teeth won’t be offended by the gift of a makeover. Dental care services in Aliso Viejo can improve the appearance of your teeth with an in-office whitening, bridge, bonding, invisible teeth aligners, dental implants, and other cosmetic dentistry procedures. Contact Turner Dental Care today to learn more by calling 949-770-3294.