{"id":643,"date":"2018-01-14T00:03:37","date_gmt":"2018-01-14T00:03:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drgsmiles.com\/blog\/?p=643"},"modified":"2018-01-14T00:03:37","modified_gmt":"2018-01-14T00:03:37","slug":"dentist-in-medford-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drgsmiles.com\/blog\/2018\/01\/14\/dentist-in-medford-4\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Dentist Urges You to Make Oral Health a Priority in 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"\"happy<\/a>The beginning of the year is all about making a fresh start, but let\u2019s face it \u2014 no one is going to magically lose weight, learn a new language, or earn that promotion at work just because there\u2019s a new calendar on the wall. It takes real effort and a determined mindset to reach those goals! While we wish you the best with even your most ambitious New Year\u2019s Resolution, we also encourage you to set your sights on something a little simpler \u2014 improving your oral health. Your dentist in Medford is here to list a few things you can do to give your smile the TLC it deserves in 2018.\n\n\n

Start With a Visit to Your Dentist<\/h2>\nHow long has it been since the last time you stopped into a dental office? If the answer is anything longer than six months, it\u2019s time to make an appointment. A professional cleaning<\/a> will help you start the new year with a mouth that\u2019s fresh and ready for anything.\n\nYour dentist will also examine your teeth and gums and let you know how they\u2019re doing. Once you have that information in hand, you can receive treatment or make the necessary adjustments to improve your oral health. For example, your dentist might suggest that you start using a particular product, improve your flossing technique, or tweak your diet.\n

Cut Back on Unhealthy Foods<\/h2>\nA diet that contains a lot of sugary or acidic foods and beverages is anathema to your oral health. Sugar interacts with bacteria in your oral cavity, creating plaque, which in turn leads to tooth decay. Acid weakens the tooth enamel and can also cause cavities.\n\nWe\u2019re not saying you have to eat a strict diet that doesn\u2019t let you enjoy your favorite treats, but you should always be mindful of the consequences that anything you consume could have for your teeth. To mitigate the effects of tooth-damaging yummies:\n