{"id":9,"date":"2016-07-15T17:44:16","date_gmt":"2016-07-15T17:44:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/?p=9"},"modified":"2019-10-30T17:48:05","modified_gmt":"2019-10-30T17:48:05","slug":"how-often-should-i-be-brushing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/how-often-should-i-be-brushing\/","title":{"rendered":"How Often Should I Be Brushing?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oceansidedental.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/image002.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11\" width=\"282\" height=\"186\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A large majority of people brush their teeth at least once a day. This,\nhowever, is only a small part of a proper at-home oral care routine to keep your teeth\nhealthy and clean. Do you know how often you should be brushing? Learn more\nabout the right way to care for your teeth with Dr. Neelima Ravi at Oceanside\nFamily Dental in Hampton, NH.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How often should I be brushing?&nbsp;<\/strong><br>\nYou should brush your teeth at least two, if not three, times daily. Use a\nsoft-bristled brush and brush for at least two minutes. Replace your toothbrush\nwhen it begins to show signs of wear, usually after about a month. Brush all\nareas of the mouth, including your tongue and oral tissues like the cheeks and\ngums. Brushing your teeth does not take the place of flossing your teeth. Floss\nbetween each tooth at least once daily to remove bacteria and plaque from areas\nwhich your toothbrush cannot reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How often should I visit my dentist?&nbsp;<\/strong><br>\nAs a rule of thumb, regular dental examinations and cleanings should take place\nevery six months. However, since everyone is different, some people who are\nmore at risk for tooth decay or gum disease than others may need to see their\ndentist more often than twice a year. Your dentist can help you determine how\noften you should have examinations and cleanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Regular Dental Examinations and Cleanings in Hampton, NH<\/strong><br>\nSeeing your dentist twice yearly gives you the opportunity to correct any\npressing dental issues, such as cavities, early, preventing further\ncomplications. Biannual cleanings also allow your hygienist to remove all of\nthe plaque and tartar from the teeth, preventing tooth decay and gum disease.\nThese preventative measures help keep your teeth healthy and clean and allow\nyou to avoid painful toothaches by repairing an issue before it becomes\npainful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on keeping your teeth healthy, please contact Dr. Ravi\nat Oceanside Family Dental in Hampton, NH. Call (603) 926-1551 to schedule your\nappointment for a regular dental examination and cleaning.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A large majority of people brush their teeth at least once a day. This, however, is only a small part of a proper at-home oral care routine to keep your teeth healthy and clean. Do you know how often you should be brushing? 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