BRUSH TWICE A DAY 

With another lockdown to contend with we now know a little bit more about what to expect and what the challenges are going to be. For one thing we tend to eat a lot more and also eat a lot more unhealthy foods. This is partly boredom and partly winter. 

It's more important than ever to ensure that you and your family are brushing your teeth at least twice a day during lockdown to make sure there are no unnecessary trips to the dentist on the horizon. As well as brushing two times a day, ensure you brush for around two minutes.  Additionally, by visiting your dentist every six months, you can stay on top of any potential dental issues and ensure early intervention if needed. Dentists like Ironwood Pediatric Dentistry are there to provide comprehensive dental care for families, making sure smiles are healthy.

REMEMBER TO FLOSS 

Flossing your teeth is often overlooked. We sort of know it's a good idea but don't tend to see any immediate results like we do with teeth brushing. But flossing is also important and needs to be taken seriously. Flossing around thirty minutes before brushing is most effective. 

When you floss before brushing your dislodge some of the food bits between your teeth that can cause the creation of plaque. Since plaque leads to tooth decay, toothache, and the loss of teeth, it's the last thing you want for you or your family. 

DENTAL ALIGNMENTS 

Lock down might be a suspension of work and social activities but it is good for some things. Dental alignment is one of them. Since you won't be socialising much, and your children won't be going to school you have months to play with. 

If you or your children have crooked teeth that affects your self confidence now could be a good time to look into having them aligned. Braces these days are very discrete and in some cases completely invisible. Contact your dentist to find out what can be arranged in the next few months. 

TEETH WHITENING 

Teeth are very sensitive to particular food that cause discolouration. These foods are things like tea, coffee, and wine, exactly the sorts of things we consume more of when working and living at home most of the time. During lockdown you need to pay attention to the whiteness of your teeth. 

A good tooth whitening toothpaste is recommended to maintain white healthy teeth. These products vary in strength and won't suit everyone. Test out a variety of toothpastes to see which one works for you the best. The other way you can whiten your teeth is by reducing stain causing food consumption. 

TOOTH FRIENDLY DIET 

When it comes to the health of your family's teeth you need to ensure they consume a diet that supports tooth health. That is a diet low in refined sugar and natural sugar. If you or your family consumes high sugar food like sweets or fruits, make sure you brush your teeth shortly afterwards. 

Sweets and fruits not only contain highly corroding sugar they also contain certain acids that can be harmful to the enabling of teeth. For best results brush teeth around half an hour after eating these food items, this will effectively remove the acid covering.