{"id":320,"date":"2013-11-30T07:37:02","date_gmt":"2013-11-30T07:37:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.leslatnerdds.com\/?p=320"},"modified":"2013-11-12T13:42:50","modified_gmt":"2013-11-12T13:42:50","slug":"remember-to-brush-and-floss-every-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leslatnerdds.com\/blog\/remember-to-brush-and-floss-every-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Remember to Brush and Floss Every Day"},"content":{"rendered":"You know that taking care of your smile is important, but do you know what a good oral health routine should look like? In today\u2019s post, we\u2019d like to take a moment to explain what a really good oral health regimen looks like, and encourage you and your family to follow it.\r\n\r\n<b>First, how often should you brush?<\/b>\r\n\r\nAt least twice a day, but after every meal, if possible. Brushing removes bacteria and plaque, which are what cause common oral health problems, like cavities and gum disease. We understand that it\u2019s not always possible to brush after every little snack, but at least make a habit of starting and ending your day in front of the sink.\r\n\r\n<b>What about flossing?<\/b>\r\n\r\nIn addition to brushing, you should floss at least once a day. Flossing help you remove food and bacteria from in between teeth, reaching areas that it can be hard for a brush to reach. Flossing also help you keep bad breath in check.\r\n\r\n<b>Use a mouthwash<\/b>\r\n\r\nThere are at least two types of mouthwash that you can add to your daily routine: antibacterial mouthwashes and fluoride mouthwashes. The antibacterial kind helps you kill bacteria, which is responsible for decay and gum disease. The fluoride kind helps strengthen teeth to protect them against cavities. Patients who are prone to cavities may want to incorporate a fluoride mouthwash into their routine, while a patient who struggles with gum disease may want to opt for an antibacterial one.\r\n\r\n<b>Be careful about what you eat<\/b>\r\n\r\nYour diet will also play a role in what happens to your smile. Enjoy better oral health by making wiser decisions about what you and your family eat every day.\r\n\r\nDo you want to know more about brushing and flossing? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leslatnerdds.com\/contact.html\">Call<\/a> <b>Westside Dental Associates<\/b> today for an appointment with <b>Dr. Latner<\/b>. We\u2019re happy to offer brushing and flossing advice to patients from <b>Los Angeles<\/b>, <b>Santa Monica<\/b>, <b>Beverly Hills<\/b>, <b>West LA<\/b>, <b>Mar Vista<\/b>, and beyond.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You know that taking care of your smile is important, but do you know what a good oral health routine should look like? 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