You want to make the best decisions for your oral health, but with so many products in stores and on the internet, how do you decide what to add to your arsenal?
Dr. Scott Bridges has several tips and recommendations to help you optimize your oral health.
Top Tips from a Top Dentist
For optimal oral health, follow only a few simple guidelines:
- Visit your dentist twice-yearly for teeth cleanings and checkups.
- Brush and floss your teeth thoroughly after each meal or at least twice daily.
- Talk to your dentist if you notice bruxism (grinding and clenching your teeth).
- Talk to your dentist about mouthguards if you play sports.
- Report all oral health changes to your dentist promptly.
- Never use your teeth as tools.
Top Product Recommendations from Your Dentist
Not all products on the market are created equal. Your dentist recommends the following:
- Electric Toothbrush — Oral-B
- Tooth Sensitivity — Colgate Sensitive Toothpaste
- Self-Whitening — Crest White Strips
- Mouth Rinse — Listerine Total Care
- Preventive Mouth Rinse — Act Fluoride Rinse
- Mouth Rinse for Dry Mouth — Biotène® Dry Mouth
Making Your Dentistry Affordable in Paducah
Besides giving you advice for at-home care, we offer options to make your dentistry more affordable, including our exclusive Full-Service Dental Plan. This plan is designed to make dentistry financially accessible. Contact Smile Station Family Dentistry to learn more.
We also work with CareCredit, a credit card that allows you to finance your dentistry. Eligibility answers are always prompt after you’ve applied. A member of our team can help with the online application.
To Schedule Your Next Dental Visit, Contact Us Today
Is it time for your next dental checkup and teeth cleaning? Do you have questions? Give Smile Station Family Dentistry a call today or book an appointment online.