Proper Dental Care Can Lead to a Glowing Smile

Many people think brushing is enough to keep their teeth clean; this is not the case. There are many things that come into consideration when speaking of oral hygiene. A combination of brushing, flossing, rinsing and brushing the tongue can help keep your oral hygiene at a good level. But, even with the best home care, your mouth still accumulates plaque which builds up over time and turns into tartar. Recent science has found that teeth problems may be connected to cardiac disease, pneumonia, stroke and even problems during pregnancies.  Dr Arthur A. Kezian, a Los Angeles dentist specialized in dental care, has been treating and educating the public about the problems created by lack of proper oral health. He and his staff keep themselves updated with the latest advanced technology and methods to keep the mouth free from any dental problems.

Dental Hygiene Tips:

Accumulation of food particles can lead to plaque and other gum diseases. Good dental care includes flossing. It should be done with about 18 inches of floss wrapped around your middle finger and hand. The floss should be worked up and down between the teeth. Flossing should be done below the gum line and in between every tooth.

• Flossing should be done so that all hidden food particles could be removed.
• Flossing should be done at least once every day.

Brushing Twice a Day Keeps the Germs Away:

A good and soft bristled tooth brush approved by the dental association should be used for brushing to prevent tooth decay and gum disease.

·         Brushing should be done at a 45 degree angle with short strokes to make sure the bristles go between the gums as well.

·         Your tooth brush should be changed every three to four months.

Natural Choices:

Fruits and vegetables play an important part in tooth whitening. Some of the natural ways to whiten your teeth and improve your health at the same time are available in our homes.

·         Apples, carrots, celery, and pears are acidic in nature and naturally clean and whiten your teeth. 

·         Strengthening of the enamel can be done with cheese, milk and yogurt which contain calcium and phosphorus.

·         Strawberries also contain an acid which can help remove stains from teeth.

Music Can Calm Your Nerves:

Some people don’t like visiting the dentist for routine check ups because of anxiety, but, keeping up with your check ups is very important. Have you considered music?

·         Music is one way to relax your nerves when visiting a dentist. Take your favorite tunes with you to ease your mind.

·         Yoga breathing exercises are also an ideal way for reducing fear and stress.

Stomach Acid And Tongue Cleaning:

Stomach acids are another major factor for dental problems and they can cause the enamel of the tooth to decay.

·         Beverages like alcohol and caffeinated drinks should be avoided.

·         Spicy food and fried food cause indigestion and can cause dental problems.

• Bacteria harbored in the tongue can create bad breath and other dental problems. Your tongue should be cleaned using a proper tongue cleaner after brushing.

Dr. Kezian is an expert in oral hygiene and creates awareness in his community by educating his patients about dental care. He and his staff have made it their mission to generate awareness about dental hygiene among children and adults alike.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 

-N.S.

The Complete Oral Hygiene Checklist!

By Arthur Kezian

Well, we live a life full of multitasking these days, at least Dr. Kezian thinks so. Take your brushing style for example. While brushing, you’re not only brushing but you’re engaged in a second activity. This causes you to not pay full attention to your teeth, thus inaccurately brushing your teeth – It’s worse than an un-brushed mouth. But the tale does not end here. In fact, if you are a working adult and live a super busy life, then chances are that you may even avoid your brushing habit with the help of a mouth freshener. All these habits may help you finish your work faster, but may cost you expensive dental bills in the future. By this point the problem has reached severity, then you may become a lifetime patient. Preventive dentistry suggests that only a few minutes of your daily life can save you from running a bigger problem.

Characteristics of a Healthy Mouth

·         Teeth are clean, white and debris-free.

·         Gums are pink and do not bleed while brushing or flossing

·         Bad breathe is not persistent

If your gums bleed during brushing or flossing, or if you consistently have bad, then this may be an alarm or risk. These issues indicate an oral health problem. In this case, you should contact Dr. Kezian and staff as quickly as possible for proper advice and treatment.

What Is a Good Oral Hygiene?

The following are important for good oral hygiene:

·         Proper Brushing Technique

·         Proper Flossing Technique

·         Regular Oral Health Checkups

Proper Brushing Technique

First of all stop doing anything else and focus only on brushing. After that:

·         Tilt the brush at 45° angle against the gumline and sweep brush away from the gumline.

·         Smoothly brush the inside, outside and chewing surface of the tooth using small back and forth strokes.

·         Smoothly brush your tongue for removing the bacteria. This will also provide fresh breath for a long time.

·         Brush your teeth at least two times a day.

The American Dental Association says that you should brush your teeth for at least two minutes during each session. Brushing too quickly does not provide proper cleaning to the teeth and worsens the condition reversely.

Proper Flossing Technique

Flossing your teeth regularly and properly at night is also an important step for good oral hygiene. It adds significant weight to the possibilities of a healthy mouth.

·         Take 18” of floss and leave only one or two inches to work with.

·         Smoothly floss the curves of your teeth.

·         Ensure that you clean beneath the gumline, but avoid flossing the gums because it may result in bleeding.

And finally, please do not forget a regular oral health check after every 6 months. These checkups allow you to be prepared for future health risks and if a problem is caught in earlier stages then it’s treatment becomes easier.

These are some common recommendations of preventive dentistry and completion of them will provide you a mouth that looks and feels healthy and fresh. A healthy mouth will ultimately allow you protection from several other health issues. These small precautions can save you a lot of time, money and energy in the future. So, for maintaining your oral health and avoiding future problems, please contact Dr. Kezian today for a dental checkup.

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 

-N.S.