The most common times people brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. But sometimes there are hiccups in the schedule, due to family life, shift work or exhaustion.
There are so many things that can interrupt our routines! As the school year progresses, Lansdale families have games to attend, band concerts, play practice, youth groups, or other evening commitments. An irregular schedule often disrupts regular dental maintenance.
Many others have daily commutes or shift work to battle with. Due to the changing landscape of Lansdale’s job market and the greater variety in shift schedules, we see patients who are adjusting to irregularities in sleep patterns. This leads to exhaustion, and sleep often takes priority over consistent brushing.
The most important time to be sure to brush is after eating sugary or carb-intensive foods. These foods kickstart bacteria growth on the teeth without vigilant attention.
Highly acidic foods weaken the enamel, so it is best to swish some water around your mouth immediately after consuming them, in order to reduce the acid. Then brush about 30 minutes later when the mouth is less acidic. The fluoride in toothpaste helps remineralize the enamel.
Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry has been assisting Lansdale with general and family dentistry since 1989. We want to help prevent hiccups in dental routines and promote excellent oral health. We also provide cosmetic and restorative dentistry, and are committed to making your visits anxiety-free.
Regular checkups are important for catching decay, infection or other problems early so let us make an appointment for your next preventative visit. Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry helps Lansdale keep those hiccups from causing permanent damage.
Contact Kevin Bass DMD Cosmetic and Family Dentistry:
215-368-1424
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
410 N Broad St
Lansdale, Pennsylvania
19446