Instead of resolving to eat less or exercise more in 2017, why not resolve to lead a healthier lifestyle in general? Practicing good oral hygiene is a critical component of maintaining your health, and Anchorage Dental Center in Alaska will help. If you can’t remember the last time you had a professional teeth cleaning, turn to the team at this family dentist for quality preventative care. 

3 Teeth Cleaning Tips From Your Anchorage Family Dentist

1. Brush For At Least Two Minutes

In general, you should brush your teeth at least twice a day. If you have orthodontic appliances in your mouth, your dentist may recommend that you brush after every meal. When it comes to brushing, duration is just as important as frequency, though. Make sure you brush for at least two minutes every time to ensure you conduct a thorough teeth cleaning that includes all the hard-to-reach places.

2.  Floss Daily

Flossing is an important part of maintaining oral hygiene, but it’s so easy to just skip it and go days—or weeks—without flossing. Try to make it a point to floss every single day. Do it at the same time every day so it becomes part of your regular routine.

3. Use A Tongue Scraper

You might use the bristles of your toothbrush to scrape your tongue every time your brush, but doing so is not nearly as effective as using an actual tongue scraper. Since a clean tongue contributes to a healthy mouth—and fresh breath!—buy a tongue scraper after ringing in the New Year, and use it daily to make your teeth cleaning routine even more effective between dental visits.

In addition to brushing regularly and flossing daily, you should get a professional teeth cleaning every six months. If you can’t remember the last time you went to the dentist, turn to Anchorage Dental Center. Visit their website to learn more about this family dental clinic, and call (907) 278-2521 to make an appointment today.