{"id":158,"date":"2023-08-17T08:16:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T08:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thirdstreetdentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=158"},"modified":"2023-08-17T08:16:00","modified_gmt":"2023-08-17T08:16:00","slug":"back-to-school-tips-for-your-next-dental-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thirdstreetdentalcare.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/back-to-school-tips-for-your-next-dental-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Great Back-to-School Tips for Your Next Dental Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thirdstreetdentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/AdobeStock_207758573__1695975192_50627.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling boy at school\" class=\"wp-image-159\" width=\"277\" height=\"183\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As a student, you may be prepping for the upcoming Fall semester. That means you\u2019re buying school supplies, learning your class schedule, etc. Still, don\u2019t let these tasks distract you from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thirdstreetdentalcare.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">crucial oral care<\/a> habits. It\u2019s best to start the new school year with a beautiful, stellar smile! Luckily, your Columbus dentist is here to keep you on track. To that end, here are four great back-to-school tips for your next dental exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stick to Good Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps you neglected teeth cleaning over the summer. If so, the new semester is a great time to re-establish oral hygiene routines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In particular, make sure you follow the dental care essentials. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Twice-Daily Brushing <\/strong>\u2013 Using a soft-bristled toothbrush, brush your smile twice daily for two minutes at a time.<\/li><li><strong>Once-Daily Flossing <\/strong>\u2013 Whether with traditional floss or flossers, floss between your teeth at least once a day.<\/li><li><strong>As-Needed Mouth Rinses <\/strong>\u2013 To ensure fresh breath and low plaque levels, rinse with fluoridated mouthwash often.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So long as you stick to these morning and nightly habits, you\u2019ll reduce your risk of cavities, gum disease, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid Sugary Foods &amp; Drinks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While tasty, school lunches packed with sweet treats aren\u2019t a great idea. Overly sugary foods and drinks will erode your tooth enamel. From there, they can cause cavities, toothaches, and worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an alternative, try to have lunches with nutrient-rich items. Lean proteins, leafy greens, and dairy products are especially good for teeth. Thanks to their vitamins and minerals, they can strengthen your enamel even as they fill you up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Opt for a Mouthguard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Smile protection is a must if you\u2019re on a school sports team. That being the case, consider getting a mouthguard before classes begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember: Sports are notorious for causing dental injuries. Such incidents can involve tooth chips, fractures, and even knocked-out teeth. With a sports mouthguard, though, your pearly whites would be protected from harm. The appliance would shield your smile from forces that\u2019d otherwise break it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Replace Your Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer vacation doesn\u2019t always leave you with time to switch dental tools. Since it\u2019s now ending, though, go ahead and replace your toothbrush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You see, it\u2019s vital that you get a new toothbrush every 3-4 months. Your current one will wear out over time and become less effective. As such, failing to replace it regularly will cause oral problems \u2013 cavities, gum disease, infections, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the right back-to-school tips for your next dental exam, you\u2019ll pass the checkup with flying colors. So, remember to follow the ones above!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thirdstreetdentalcare.com\/\">Third Street Dental<\/a><\/u><\/em><em> is based in Columbus, OH. Led by its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thirdstreetdentalcare.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">talented trio of dentists<\/a>, our practice offers high-quality dentistry for each and every patient. That means we perform preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services tailored to your unique smile! As such, we\u2019re able to help you with everything from dental checkups to dental implants. For more information or to book a visit, you can reach us on our <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thirdstreetdentalcare.com\/contact.html\">website or<\/a><\/u> by phone at <strong>(614)-228-4850.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a student, you may be prepping for the upcoming Fall semester. That means you\u2019re buying school supplies, learning your class schedule, etc. Still, don\u2019t let these tasks distract you from crucial oral care habits. It\u2019s best to start the new school year with a beautiful, stellar smile! 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