October is a time for dressing up in costumes, trick-or-treating, and indulging in sweets, but it is also National Dental Hygiene Month.
Dental Hygiene Month is a collaboration between Colgate and the American Dental Hygienists’ Association. It is a time to celebrate hygienists and all the ways they care for our teeth and gums.
Hygienists clean our teeth but also look at our periodontal health and educate us about brushing and flossing. Additionally, they are always ready to provide nutritional information and practical advice for our oral health.
The best way to celebrate your hygienist is to visit your dentist in Chesterfield, MO, for a checkup and professional teeth cleaning.
Why Dental Hygiene Is Vital
Your oral health directly affects your physical health. For example, preventable conditions like gum disease have been associated with the following conditions:
- Tooth loss
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Heart issues
- Lung issues
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Pregnancy complications
Fortunately, regular dental care can lower your gum disease risks, including teeth cleanings with your hygienist. It’s also crucial to brush and floss your teeth daily. After every meal, it is best, but try for at least two brushing sessions and one floss cleaning.
Your Professional Teeth Cleaning
Your hygienist is specially trained to clean teeth and look for issues you may not notice, including mild gum recession. Your hygienist can report issues to you and your Chesterfield dentist.
If you have not had a teeth cleaning in a while, we want to remind you during this all-important month that teeth cleanings are non-invasive. You rest in the dental chair while the hygienist clears cavity-causing bacteria from your teeth and gums.
After the teeth cleaning, you’re left with a decreased risk for tooth decay and gum disease. Additionally, you can expect fresher breath.
Checkups and Teeth Cleanings in Chesterfield, MO
If it’s time for your next checkup and teeth cleaning, contact our dental team today to arrange a visit. We look forward to seeing you soon.