Our dentists in Sheffield have put together some top tips for a great smile. We value preventative care and helping our patients maintain and improve their oral health. Take a look at our 10 tips for a great smile:
Tip 1 – Interdental Cleaning
Interdental cleaning means cleaning in between your teeth. This can be done using brushes, floss or a water flosser. It’s important to clean between your teeth to help prevent issues like gum disease and tooth decay. You can find out more about interdental cleaning on Tepe’s website, where they answer frequently asked questions about using interdental brushes.
Tip 2 – Tooth Brushing
We’re not just talking about brushing twice a day here. Other aspects of tooth brushing to consider is the toothpaste you’re using, and what kind of toothbrush. Our dentists in Sheffield would recommend using fluoride toothpaste when cleaning your teeth. We would also recommend using an electric toothbrush with a pressure sensor, so that you know that you are cleaning your teeth efficiently. Making sure that tooth brushing is part of your regular routine is really important for your ongoing health, and to help maintain a great smile!
Tip 3 – Regular Dental Visits
Visiting a dentist regularly will help you with your great smile. During an examination with our dentists in Sheffield, we will check your medical history, teeth, cheeks, lips, the soft lining in your mouth and your gum health; we will also examine your jaw and neck. We provide personalised advise on how to care for your oral health between appointments, and having healthy teeth and gums will help your great smile.
Tip 4 – Hygiene Visits
Having your teeth professionally cleaned by a dentist or hygienist regularly helps with teeth staining and plaque build up. Our dentists in Sheffield provide full hygiene services to keep your smile looking and feeling great!
Tip 5 – Stop Smoking
Smoking cessation is one of the biggest things you can do to improve your oral health, and therefore your smile. Smoking affects your entire body, as well as your mouth, and it is incredibly beneficial to stop smoking if you do currently. For more help and advice for smoking cessation, you can visit the NHS website here:
Tip 6 – Limit Certain Foods/Drinks
Alcohol, sugar and fizzy drinks all affect your tooth and gum health. Limiting consumption of these things will help you have a great smile, as you preserve your oral health.
Tip 7 – If in doubt, get checked out
If you are ever concerned about dental issues, we would always encourage you to book in with our dentists in Sheffield, who can give you a thorough examination. If you need treatment or further investigations, we would like to support you and help you regain your great smile.
Tip 8 – Elective Treatments
Is there an aspect of your smile that you feel conscious of? Would you like to improve the look and feel of your teeth? Our team can help you with our dental enhancement services, such as Invisalign, Implants, Veneers and Teeth Whitening, as well as Facial Aesthetics and other treatments. Having confidence in your smile can sometimes mean investing in yourself and making changes that work for you. Find out more about how we can help enhance your smile here:
Tip 9 – Take Care of Your Overall Health
The key to a great smile is to look after your entire wellbeing. This involves eating a healthy diet including 5 fruits and vegetables a day, as well as getting a good night’s sleep. We would encourage healthy habits to smile with confidence and feel great.
Tip 10 – Do Something that Makes You Happy
Joy makes us smile! Spending time doing something you love is great for your mental and emotional health. Take the time to enjoy your hobbies and self-care.
Feeling inspired?
Book your appointment with us today to see how our team can help you with your radiant and happy smile.
