Celebrate National Dental Hygiene Month with these tips for keeping your smile healthy and bright

National Dental Hygiene Month: October may be recognized as National Dental Hygiene Month, but dental hygiene should be recognized and practiced daily to maintain healthy gums and teeth, fresh breath, and a beautiful smile.

Many serious teeth problems can be prevented by following simple but consistent oral hygiene.  Here are a few tips for keeping your smile healthy and bright:

• Brush your teeth twice daily using a toothpaste that contains fluoride.
• Use dental floss every day to clean between your teeth where toothbrushes can’t reach
• Eat a healthy, balanced diet, and avoid sugar-laden foods and beverages.
• Quit smoking and stay away from tobacco products like chewing tobacco which can wreak havoc on your gums.
• Visit a dentist every six months for a dental checkup and cleaning.

It is important to practice home oral care daily if you want to avoid the need for extensive dental intervention in the future. For more information from the American Dental Association on the best practices for home oral care, visit their website at ADA.org/homecare.

Establishing healthy oral care habits starts early. Parents should begin gently cleaning their children’s teeth as soon as they emerge. Check with your dental professional for advice on how and when to begin using a toothbrush on your child. Even young children should be encouraged to practice daily care of their teeth, and parents and older siblings can be their best role models. Let young children see you brushing and flossing your teeth regularly and make it part of your daily routine.

As children get older, they can take on more of the responsibility but should be supervised by a parent.  Part of helping your child to achieve great oral health that lasts a lifetime is monitoring the development of their teeth and the possible need for orthodontic treatment. The American Association of Orthodontists suggests scheduling a dental evaluation by the age of 7, or sooner if there are any signs of orthodontic problems.

At Maria Yazji Orthodontics, your family will find a warm and caring atmosphere and experience and excellence when it comes to orthodontic care.  With state-of-the-art offices located in Miami and Broward County Florida, patients young and old can find the orthodontic services they need. Dr. Maria Yazji, earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Northwestern University in Chicago, graduating in the top 5% of her class. She went on to complete an additional two years of orthodontics specialty training, obtaining a Master of Science in Orthodontics degree (MS) from Northwestern University.  At Dr. Maria Yazji Orthodontics, you’ll find a friendly and highly-skilled team that will work together to improve your oral health and smile.

If you are considering braces for you or your child, Dr. Yazji has also been named an Invisalign Super Elite Premier Provider, placing her in the top 1% of Invisalign doctors in North America. Dr. Yazji is recognized in her community for her experience and caring nature and for her experience and ability to make every patient comfortable and at ease throughout their orthodontic treatment.

If you are interested in seeing whether Invisalign braces are the right choice for you, schedule your appointment today and let Dr. Yazji and her team detail for you an orthodontic plan that you will surely embrace.  Invisalign braces are clear and removable which makes them one of the most popular methods for straightening teeth. If you’ve been bothered by crooked teeth and unsightly gaps in your smile but don’t like the idea of traditional braces, Invisalign clear aligners will have you smiling from ear to ear!

If you are searching for the highest quality dental care and the most advanced orthodontic treatment plan in Miami and Broward County, Florida, contact the offices of Maria Yazji Orthodontics today to schedule an appointment.