The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. Common concerns that come with this routine involve hiccups in the schedule, from family life, shift work, or exhaustion. At Salt Lake Dental Care, we understand!
Sometimes “after dinner” isn’t super cut and dried. Many Salt Lake City families face irregular weeknight routines. As the school year progresses, some have games to attend, band concerts, play practice, youth groups, or other weeknight commitments. An irregular schedule usually disrupts regular dental maintenance.
Many Draper workers have daily commutes or shift work to contend with. Due to Murray’s changing job market and the greater variety of shift schedules, we see patients who are adjusting to irregular sleep patterns. This leads to exhaustion, and often, sleep takes priority over consistent brushing—either morning or night.
The most important time to be sure to brush is after eating sugar or carb-intensive foods. These foods kickstart bacteria growth on the teeth without vigilant attention.
Highly acidic foods weaken the enamel, so it is best to swish with water immediately after consuming acidic foods to lessen the acid. Then brush about 30 minutes later when the mouth is less acidic. The fluoride in toothpaste helps remineralize the enamel.
Dr. Clint Blackwood’s hygiene staff at Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS has assisted Utah families since 2005 to prevent hiccups in their dental routines.
Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS provides more than just general dentistry or cosmetic dentistry. In addition to sedation dentistry, teeth whitening, wisdom teeth removal, and porcelain veneers there is hygiene education, teeth whitening, and cleanings to be discussed. Sure, the cost of cosmetic dentistry, dental veneers, Invisalign braces, and dental bridges can all seem confusing. The key is to stay on top of the critical habits that you can control. We can help you make sense of the other stuff.
Regular checkups are critical for catching decay, infection, or other dilemmas early so let us make an appointment for your next preventative visit and keep those hiccups from causing permanent damage. Call us to schedule!
Contact Salt Lake Dental Care – Clint Blackwood DDS:
801-938-8855
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
279 E 5900 S Ste 202
Murray, Utah
84107
