{"id":213,"date":"2018-05-31T10:32:41","date_gmt":"2018-05-31T10:32:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quietcornerdental.com\/blog\/?p=213"},"modified":"2018-05-31T10:32:41","modified_gmt":"2018-05-31T10:32:41","slug":"family-dentist-in-putnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.quietcornerdental.com\/blog\/family-dentist-in-putnam\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Dentist in Putnam Gives You a Lifestyle Challenge!"},"content":{"rendered":"<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-214\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quietcornerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_107312683__1511962233_41999-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman smiling\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.quietcornerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_107312683__1511962233_41999-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.quietcornerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_107312683__1511962233_41999-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.quietcornerdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_107312683__1511962233_41999.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>There are many things that can cause dental problems\u2014and it doesn\u2019t all stem from skipping your brushing routine, either (although that\u2019s pretty bad, too!). Sometimes, the decisions that form our lifestyle can contribute to your dental concerns.\r\n\r\nIf you want to improve your overall smile, taking a hard look at your lifestyle can do the trick. In this post, we\u2019re going to challenge you to truly look at your habits and how you may be able to change them for the better.\r\n\r\n<!--more-->\r\n<h2>Are You Making \u201cBad\u201d Lifestyle Choices for Your Teeth?<\/h2>\r\nIf you\u2019re truly invested in taking care of your mouth for the rest of your life, you need to practice the best preventive care possible. This doesn\u2019t just mean brushing your teeth every day, flossing at least once a day, and even visiting your dentist in Putnam (although these are all very important steps in preventive care), it means that you should also be aware of what you\u2019re doing on a daily basis to your mouth. That\u2019s right\u2014what you\u2019re eating, drinking, and putting in your mouth all contributes towards the health (or decline) of your teeth and gums.\r\n\r\nTo make it easier for you to understand if you\u2019re taking the best care of your teeth or not, ask yourself these quick questions.\r\n<h3>Do I have a healthy, balanced diet?<\/h3>\r\nGood nutrition is important for your whole body\u2014even your teeth and gums. Choosing natural foods that have crunch (like apples and celery) keep the jaw strong and naturally produce saliva in the mouth.\r\n<h3>Do I currently smoke?<\/h3>\r\nIf you\u2019re a tobacco user\u2014even if you don\u2019t smoke it\u2014you\u2019re risking your oral health. The appearance of your smile will change, the smell of your breath will change, and you\u2019ll even risk developing decay and gum disease which can lead to tooth loss overtime. Not to mention the increased risk of developing oral cancer!\r\n<h3>Do I drink alcohol on a regular basis?<\/h3>\r\nAlcohol also can negatively affect your smile just as bad as tobacco does. The substance has the same long-term effects as tobacco use: increased chance of developing oral cancer, gum disease, and decays the teeth.\r\n<h3>Am I really taking advantage of my hygiene routine?<\/h3>\r\nEvery day that you wake up, you have the chance to improve your oral health. Start your day off right with brushing and flossing your teeth, even finishing your routine with a minty mouthwash. The same thing should happen at night after your day has been complete. If you need help optimizing your dental routine at home, you can always rely on your dentist for assistance.\r\n\r\nFinally, of course, you should be visiting your dentist for effective preventive dental care appointments for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quietcornerdental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">professional preventive services.<\/a>\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h2>About Our Office<\/h2>\r\nHere at Quiet Corner Dental, we see all too many patients who believe their smiles are failing for no reason while they are actually contributing to it\u2019s downfall. We\u2019re here to make sure you\u2019re informed about your oral health and how to improve it. Contact us today to get started.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"There are many things that can cause dental problems\u2014and it doesn\u2019t all stem from skipping your brushing routine, either (although that\u2019s pretty bad, too!). 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