The New Year has arrived and we have made it through the first month. Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. Heart-shaped chocolates, “kiss me” messages on cards and candy hearts, flowers, jewelry, and a vast array of other gifts and activities are probably on your “to do” list for the Valentine’s Day holiday.
As it so happens, you likely have a kiss on your agenda this year, too. You want to ensure that your kiss is not only a vision that displays love, but that it is as healthy as possible.
In this brief guide, you will be provided with a few dental tips that will help you maintain your gorgeous, healthy smile and share your love on this very special day.
Tip #1: Create a Kissable Fresh Mouth
It is a known fact that fresh breath will help in drawing your loved one closer and foul breath will push them away. In order to ensure that your breath maintains a high level of freshness and it is attractive to your loved one, take the following steps:
- Use toothpaste that contains fluoride and breath-enhancing agents
- Choose mouth wash that is able to fight bacteria and has the ability to eliminate odors
- Floss daily
- Be sure to brush your tongue, your gums, and the inside region of your jaw
- Buy and use breath mints that do not contain sugar
- Avoid foods that contain strong smells, such as garlic, onion, and heavy sauces
- Rinse your mouth immediately after eating
Tip #2: Focus on Sharing Your Love, Not the Bacteria in Your Mouth
It is not at all uncommon for individuals to share a meal, a dessert, or a few kisses on Valentine’s Day. While all of those great tastes and that pleasure are wonderful to share with one another, you are also sharing the bacteria contained within the mouth – and there is a LOT of it!
Be certain to tend heavily to your oral health care needs prior to and on Valentine’s Day. For your best shot, brush, floss, and rinse regularly. In addition to this, schedule a professional dental cleaning prior to Valentine’s Day and at least once every six months, thereafter.
Tip #3: Limit the Sweets
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful day for exchanging delicious, sweet treats. Unfortunately, all of that sugary residue may prove detrimental to your overall oral health. Simply resist the urge to fully indulge.
If you do find yourself experiencing difficulty in resisting those sweet temptations, be certain to rinse your mouth regularly throughout the day in order to combat the residue that they leave behind. I
f purchasing a gift for your loved one, avoid candy. Purchase something memorable or special, such as a vacation day to a special place, jewelry, flowers, figurines, or something that can be cherished for years to come.
Make an Appointment with the Right Dental Team
If you want to make this (and future year’s) Valentine’s Day truly special… it is imperative that you take steps that will allow you to have the healthiest mouth possible.
This includes having your mouth examined, cleaned, and any steps performed that may be required – such as soft tissue grafting, pocket reduction, and replacing lost teeth with dental implants.
To succeed in this endeavor, you need the right dental team on your side. Contact us here at Implant & Perio Center of Kansas today for assistance: 316-330-4050