{"id":50912,"date":"2026-05-11T21:49:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T21:49:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/completedental.org\/?p=50912"},"modified":"2026-10-28T22:44:34","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T22:44:34","slug":"5-tips-to-maintain-good-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/completedental.org\/es\/5-tips-to-maintain-good-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"5 tips to maintain good oral health"},"content":{"rendered":"

We all want a beautiful smile. We should want more than just pearly whites, though. You should focus on healthy teeth, not just teeth that you like to show off. This means knowing how to build and maintain good oral health. Don\u2019t worry; it isn\u2019t difficult to do! Simply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1 Brush your teeth<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We know that you know you should brush your teeth, but we also know how hard it can be to remember to do. You\u2019re so busy, especially in the morning. You wake up in the morning and hit the ground running. If you aren\u2019t careful, brushing and flossing your teeth may be forgotten. This is why many dental experts recommend that you set a simple \u201cbrush your teeth\u201d alarm in your smartphone. Now it is one less thing you have to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 Drink plenty of water<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may need a coffee to get you going, but it\u2019s important to switch to water after that. Water is one of the best ways to keep your mouth clean throughout the day. It washes away tiny pieces of food debris before it can form a cavity. It also helps with saliva production, so dry mouth never becomes an issue. If you always have a glass of water within reach while you\u2019re working, it will be so easy to get your recommended daily value of about 11 glasses in without even thinking about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#3 Eat health snacks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Snacks that are full of carbs and sugar tend to be our favorites. They are pretty yummy! They\u2019re often simply not worth the toll they take on your body, though, including your teeth. That doesn\u2019t mean you need to go snack-free. If you want to keep your mouth and body healthy, look for these healthier alternatives at the grocery store:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hummus with carrots or celery<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cheese <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apples and peanut butter<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nuts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Greek yogurt <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Focus on lots of protein, and as little sugar as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#4 Focus on kicking any bad habits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your teeth are for smiling and chewing food- nothing else! Nail biting, chewing ice, and using teeth as tools are a few of the worst things a person can do with their teeth. These bad habits increase the risk for damaged teeth<\/a>, putting germs into your mouth, and cuts on the gums that can lead to further diseases and infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#5 <\/strong>Visit the Houston, TX area dentist<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regular dental cleanings and exams<\/a> are essential for maintaining good oral health for both children and adults. Don\u2019t put this off because of the Coronavirus Pandemic. As long as the patient is healthy and hasn\u2019t come into contact with anyone who is ill in the past few weeks, he or she should continue to attend their six-month cleanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You shouldn\u2019t be nervous to visit the dentist when it\u2019s time to go! We completely understand you want to be cautious during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Know that Complete Dental has taken every precaution necessary in order to keep our patients and their families safe. <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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