{"id":11,"date":"2020-04-24T18:28:37","date_gmt":"2020-04-24T18:28:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/?p=11"},"modified":"2020-05-12T18:35:28","modified_gmt":"2020-05-12T18:35:28","slug":"dentist-saginaw-oral-health-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/24\/dentist-saginaw-oral-health-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Smile Healthy During Quarantine!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_190014855__1586462073_66716-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman brushing her teeth looking away from camera\" class=\"wp-image-12\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_190014855__1586462073_66716-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_190014855__1586462073_66716-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_190014855__1586462073_66716.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentists across the country have closed their doors to\nprevent the spread of COVID-19. With social distancing as the best weapon\nagainst this virus, these efforts will keep members of the Saginaw community\nsafe. But what if you had a dental checkup scheduled during this uncertain\ntime? Should you be worried about your oral health if you can\u2019t see your\ndentist near me? Thankfully, you can fight off tooth decay for now until your\ndentist reopens. Keep reading to learn some easy yet effective tips for oral\nhealthcare while at home!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It All Starts with Brushing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A healthy mouth at home starts with a great brushing\nroutine. Brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes each session.\nAdditionally, pay close attention to your gumline because this is where a lot\nof plaque and bacteria can collect. You should also monitor your toothbrush,\nreplacing it when you notice the bristles starting to fray or after 3 to 4\nmonths. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Forget to Floss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brushing often gets the spotlight when it comes to dental\nhygiene, but flossing is just as important. Floss to remove plaque and food\ndebris from in between your teeth. This prevents cavities from occurring on the\nsides of your teeth and it lowers your risk of gum disease! If you have\ndexterity problems, or find flossing difficult, try using pre-strung floss\npicks\u2014they\u2019re disposable, easy to use, and effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Food You Eat Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dental hygiene extends to the foods you consume whether\nyou know it or not. When you eat sweet foods, the sugars interact with bacteria\nin your mouth to create acids. These acids can eat away at your teeth and harm your\ngums. Especially watch out for sticky or hard treats because these items stay\nin contact with your smile for longer periods of time, putting you at a greater\nrisk of decay. Instead, try reaching for fruits and veggies! These foods are\nnot only amazing sources of nutrition, but they act as natural toothbrushes,\nscrubbing away plaque on the surfaces of your teeth.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Turn to Water for Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Water is not only great for your body, but it\u2019s the best\ndrink for your teeth. H2O stimulates saliva flow, which washes away bacteria\nand food debris lingering in the mouth. Additionally, most tap water contains\nfluoride, which is a cavity-fighting mineral that strengthens your enamel! In\nfact, simply substituting your routine sodas or sugary beverages for water can\ndramatically lower your risk of issues like cavities and tooth decay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready to take on quarantine with a healthy smile?\nRemember these helpful pointers so you and your dentist can pick up exactly\nwhere you left off when this is all over!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Rupeshwar Renkuntla has over 2 decades of dental\nexperience, allowing him to offer a variety of high-quality services. While he\nis closed during this time, he is ready to treat dental emergencies if one\noccurs. He looks forward to opening and seeing all of his patients smile! For\nany questions, Dr. Renkuntla can be reached through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at\n(817) 989-2832. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dentists across the country have closed their doors to prevent the spread of COVID-19. With social distancing as the best weapon against this virus, these efforts will keep members of the Saginaw community safe. But what if you had a dental checkup scheduled during this uncertain time? 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