{"id":12,"date":"2019-01-28T23:31:34","date_gmt":"2019-01-28T23:31:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/?p=12"},"modified":"2019-01-28T23:31:35","modified_gmt":"2019-01-28T23:31:35","slug":"five-reasons-why-brushing-flossing-and-seeing-your-dentist-are-so-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/28\/five-reasons-why-brushing-flossing-and-seeing-your-dentist-are-so-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Five Reasons Why Brushing, Flossing, and Seeing Your Dentist are So Important"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Sometimes it\u2019s the little\nthings that make all the difference. Take brushing your teeth for example. It\nmay seem like a minor task that plays no major role. In reality, brushing,\nflossing, and seeing your dentist<\/a>\nare essential for enjoying good health and overall success. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Five Reasons Why Dental Care is So Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The care you give your teeth\naffects not only your smile but every aspect of your life. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Dental problems don\u2019t stay in your mouth. <\/strong>The bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease\nare opportunists. They will spread throughout your entire system if they get the\nchance. When this happens, the consequences can include physical discomfort,\nbone loss, and inflammation. In fact, many health experts believe that there is\na strong connection between the health of your teeth and the rest of your well-being.<\/li>
  2. The threat to your teeth and gums never goes away. <\/strong>Dental medicine knows of no way to permanently remove\nharmful microorganisms from your mouth. The only way to keep them in check is\nby exercising good self-care habits.<\/li>
  3. Every meal\nyou eat either helps or hurts your enemy. <\/strong>There\u2019s\na reason why dentists spend so much time urging people to limit their\nconsumption of sugars. Simple carbohydrates are the preferred fuel of\ncavity-causing bacteria. When you overindulge, the results don\u2019t just go to\nyour waistline.<\/li>
  4. Flossing isn\u2019t\noptional. <\/strong>Brushing 2-3 times a day is\nessential but not enough for protecting your teeth. The spaces in between your\nteeth collect not only food particles but harmful microorganisms. The only way\nto keep them under control is by daily flossing.<\/li>
  5. You can\u2019t do\nit alone. <\/strong>Brushing, flossing, and\neating a tooth-friendly diet will never give you all the dental health benefits\nyou deserve. All of us need periodic professional cleanings and oral exams from\na dental professional. <\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Going Beyond the Basics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Here are some added steps you\ncan take to safeguard your teeth and gums:<\/p>\n\n\n\n