6 Good Dental Habits for Maintaining Smile Makeover Results

In order to make the results of your smile makeover last as long as possible, it is essential to practice good dental habits. Read on for makeover maintenance tips.

6 Habits that can help protect the results of a smile makeover

The best way to maintain the results of your smile makeover is by brushing several times a day with consistency, having floss near you throughout the day, making smart dietary choices, and wearing a mouthguard to prevent bruxism. It is also important to visit a dentist every four to six months for a check-up and cleaning, as well.

1. Keep a consistent brushing schedule

First and foremost, regular brushing is perhaps the best way to keep teeth stain-free and prevent any oral health concerns from developing. While this may seem obvious, many patients (due to hectic schedules) begin brushing inconsistently, which leads to a build-up of bacteria-containing plaque and teeth stains and damage. In addition to regular brushing, patients can use whitening toothpaste several times a week to help keep their teeth bright.

2. Have floss on you at all times

Flossing is also crucial for keeping teeth stain-free and clean. Brushing does not reach all areas of the teeth, especially in between teeth that are close together. To reach these areas, the patient should floss after each meal. The easiest way to implement this is to make a habit out of carrying floss with you at all times.

3. Make smart dietary choices

The foods and drinks you consume can affect the appearance of teeth and gums. One great way to maintain the results after a smile makeover is to limit the consumption of carbohydrates such as sugar and starch.

4. Drink water throughout the day

Drinking water throughout the day can help keep bacteria and food particles washed away and protect teeth from stains and decay. This is especially a good habit for those who may drink coffee or tea regularly.

5. Protect teeth at night with a nightguard

A nightguard is necessary for smile makeover patients that struggle with bruxism (teeth grinding at night). Dentists can customize a nightguard to fit comfortably while sleeping and prevent the effects of bruxism.

6. Make it in for all scheduled check-ups and cleaning visits

Good dental habits at home are the best way to protect the results of a smile makeover. However, it is also important to make it into the dentist's office for all cleaning and check-up visits. Ideally, patients should visit the dentist every four to six months after a smile makeover.

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Are you interested in more tips to maintain a healthy smile?

Our dental practice offers smile makeovers through personalized treatment plans to meet each patient’s specific goals. However, we also help patients maintain their results for as long as possible after their smile makeover. If you are considering a smile makeover, individual cosmetic treatments, or routine procedures such as a dental cleaning, then contact us today to schedule an appointment.

Request an appointment or call J.D. Murray DDS & Associates at 404-410-2526 for an appointment in our East Point office.

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