{"id":675,"date":"2018-06-06T15:25:35","date_gmt":"2018-06-06T15:25:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drgsmiles.com\/blog\/?p=675"},"modified":"2018-06-06T15:25:35","modified_gmt":"2018-06-06T15:25:35","slug":"dentist-medford-7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drgsmiles.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/06\/dentist-medford-7\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentist in Medford Says Don\u2019t Skip These 3 Habits"},"content":{"rendered":"<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drgsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/AdobeStock_47333061.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-676\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drgsmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/AdobeStock_47333061-300x202.jpeg\" alt=\"woman at the dentist\" width=\"300\" height=\"202\" \/><\/a>If you\u2019re like most people, you do at least the bare minimum to keep your teeth and gums healthy. That often means brushing your teeth when they feel dirty in the morning and flossing between them once in a while. But the truth is, healthy, long-lasting smiles require a bit more than that. This summer, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your dentist in Medford<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> invites you to re-examine your oral hygiene habits &#8212; and consider adding these 3 habits to the mix.<\/span>\n\n<!--more-->\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#1: Flossing Teeth Daily<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental floss has to be one of the most frequently-skipped habits for adults. But if you aren\u2019t cleaning BETWEEN your teeth, too, you are leaving your smile at a much higher risk of developing tooth decay and gum disease. Dental floss is a crucial piece of the oral hygiene triad, as it reaches the bacteria and food particles your toothbrush just can\u2019t &#8212; no matter how well you brush. <\/span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients of all ages should floss their teeth at least once a day. To get in the habit, leave the pack of dental floss somewhere you are sure to see it before you go to bed, like right beside the faucet or on your bedside table. <\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#2: Brushing Before Bed, Too<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking of bedtime, don\u2019t forget to brush your teeth before your head hits the pillow after a long day. Many people only brush in the morning, but skipping the p.m. session allows bacteria to go wild in your mouth at increase your risk of a host of oral health issues. Because there is less saliva flow while you sleep, your mouth isn\u2019t able to defend itself against the harmful bacteria. Leave yourself a note on your mirror to remind yourself to brush before you go to bed! <\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">#3: Visiting the Dentist Every Six Months<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a reason dentists recommend six month checkups and cleanings, and it\u2019s not just because they love seeing their patients smile. A twice-annual visit is what is required for adequate protection against cavities, gum disease, broken dental work, and more. During this appointment, your dentist will perform a tooth-by-tooth examination and look at X-rays. Your dental hygienist will also remove plaque and tartar buildup to leave your smile with that smooth, clean feeling. This is a great way to care for your smile &#8212; and if you have dental insurance, it is FREE to get a checkup and cleaning. <\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Oral Hygiene Triad<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brushing, flossing, and routine visits to the dentist are like a dental hygiene triad &#8212; 3 habits that will help you to enjoy a complete, happy smile for a lifetime. Add these to your routine and feel good knowing you are doing what you should to keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy! <\/span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet the Dentist<\/span><\/h2>\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Anthony Giamberardino is a general dentist offering superior dental care from the comfort of the Giamberardino Dental Care office. To learn more about the importance of preventive dentistry and proper oral hygiene habits or to schedule an appointment with his team, to ahead and <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact their office at <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">781-396-3800<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"If you\u2019re like most people, you do at least the bare minimum to keep your teeth and gums healthy. That often means brushing your teeth when they feel dirty in the morning and flossing between them once in a while. But the truth is, healthy, long-lasting smiles require a bit more than that. This summer, your dentist in Medford invites you to re-examine your oral hygiene habits &#8212; and consider adding these 3 habits to the mix. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drgsmiles.com\/blog\/2018\/06\/06\/dentist-medford-7\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-675","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Dentist in Medford Says Don\u2019t Skip These 3 Habits<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"To keep your smile healthy and complete for a lifetime to come, your dentist in Medford says to stay on top of these key habits.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, 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