Who says there are no holidays in August? It’s National Smile Week, and a fantastic time to remind our patients at Romani Orthodontics to practice good oral hygiene to keep those teeth shining during your orthodontic treatment! Our friends at the American Dental Association recommend the following for good oral hygiene: • Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Replace your toothbrush every three or four months, or sooner if the bristles are frayed. A worn toothbrush won't do a good job of cleaning your teeth.
• Clean between teeth daily with floss or an interdental cleaner. Tooth decay–causing bacteria still linger between teeth where toothbrush bristles can’t reach. This helps remove the sticky film on teeth called plaque and food particles from between the teeth and under the gum line.
• Eat a balanced diet and limit between-meal snacks.
• Visit your dentist regularly in Providence or Chepachet for professional cleanings and oral exams during orthodontic treatment.
Lastly, a great reason to smile is this: smiling can actually help you live longer according to a recent study! So remember to keep smiling and have a great rest of National Smile Week!
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