White Teeth Does Not Always Mean Healthy Teeth

A smile is something we wear everyday, which is why straight white smile has become the most desired dental outcome. Cosmetic dentistry can allow anyone to achieve a “Hollywood Smile” just like his or her favorite celebrity. Cost and accessibility for cosmetic dentistry has drastically changed allowing for procedures such as braces and teeth whitening and crowns and veneers to be far more affordable than they used to be.

There is an influx in positive attitude towards oral health and maintaining a glowing smile. Although having a beautiful white smile with straight teeth is an ideal goal it is important to remember that having straight teeth and a white smile does not necessarily mean that it is a healthy smile.

Having white teeth or using whitening products to brighten your smile will give you the confidence that you need but it cannot replace regular visits to your dentist for cleaning and check ups. It is imperative that bushing, flossing and maintaining healthy oral hygiene habits continue to maintain a healthy smile.

Brushing

Brushing twice a day and in between meals daily will help prevent build up in between your teeth. Brushing also massages the gums and can also help remove bacteria that may lead to bad breath.

Flossing

Flossing helps remove food particles and build up that can get caught between your teeth and your gums. It also can help prevent bleeding gums.

Regular Dental Visits

Visiting your dentist throughout the year in regular intervals will allow you to maintain your oral health. Dentists can identify discrepancies in the way that you maintain your oral hygiene and can provide guidance in ways you can improve your oral health. They can also detect possible areas of decay and allow proper maintenance for them so further issues can be eliminated and higher costs can be reduced on this fixing this issue.

As exciting as it is to appreciate that oral health has become a priority for many individuals dentist want to emphasize that priority should be given to having a healthier smile rather than a whiter smile. Using whitening products to brighten your smile doesn’t mean that there is not dental decay. White teeth are still susceptible to tooth decay.

Additionally using whitening products on teeth that already present signs of decay can lead to sensitivity on these teeth. Most whitening products use harsh chemicals such as hydrogen peroxide which can cause sensitivity especially to teeth that already present with tooth decay or filling.

It’s always best to get information on our oral health from a dental professional before beginning any new oral regime especially cosmetic dentistry procedures. Whether you want a white smile or a healthy smile the team at Smile House Dental Clinic can help guide you to achieve the best oral health.