You might think that you’ve done everything you can for your family’s oral health. You make appointments to come in two times every year, so everyone gets their checkups and cleanings. You are very thoughtful about picking up fluoridated toothpaste that everyone enjoys in addition to fun, effective toothbrushes and floss. You even check to make sure everyone brushes and flosses. What could be left you wonder? Well, that’s why they’re called hidden dangers!
Check Your Cupboards
What types of foods do you bring into the house? You are already well aware that drinking sugary and/or acidic beverages is dangerous for your family’s oral health. However, you might not be thinking through the foods that you’re bringing in. We encourage you consider the following to keep everyone’s teeth and gums safe:
- Avoid bringing anything into your cabinets that is too hard to bite into. Hard nuts and crackers can lead to broken teeth.
- Be careful with foods that are very sticky or chewy, as they can damage dental work.
Watch Those Fluoride Levels
About those beverage details: You know that water is the best for smiles, so you are very thoughtful about your family’s oral health and everyone drinks water most of the time. This is a good choice! However, particularly if you have young children, you need to be mindful of your water source. If everyone drinks from bottled water, nobody is reaping the essential benefits of fluoride-treated community water. Make sure you’re communicating with us about alternative sources of fluoride or that you’re drinking water from the tap!
Protect Your Family’s Oral Health
Keep the smiles of everyone in your family healthy and safe by considering some of our simple yet effective suggestions. Visit us for a dental checkup in Ankeny, IA by contacting Dental Impressions to schedule a visit at (515) 965-0230.
