How to Reduce Your Risk of Cavities If You Love Sugar

Orthodontic Specialists – How to Reduce Your Risk of Cavities If You Love Sugar

A sweet tooth may not be the end of the world, but when you love sugar, you may have to take a few extra steps when it comes to cleaning all that residue off by the time you’re done with dessert. Here, we’ll look at a few ways to keep cavities in East Bradenton at bay even when you’re one to indulge (or sometimes overindulge).

Carry a Toothbrush with You

Wherever you are, even a quick brush can help you keep your teeth squeaky clean. Carrying a toothbrush not only helps you keep up with dental hygiene after a meal or snack, it reinforces better habits overall. Plus, you may want to change your toothbrush every six weeks instead of every three months (because your brush likely accumulates more bacteria based on your sugar intake.

Try a Mouth Rinse

Mouth rinses aren’t as good as brushing, but they can help wash some of the bacteria away before it has the chance to turn into plaque (and, eventually, tartar). If you’re unable to access either a brush or mouthwash, the best thing that you can do is drink water before you can eventually brush your teeth.

Why Cavities Matter in in Orthodontia

Typically, cavities are a matter for your general dentist. They’re the ones who can clean your teeth, detect and fill cavities, and restore your oral health. However, cavities do have an impact on your teeth alignment. The weaker they are, the more likely they are to shift out of place, and the more likely you’ll need clear aligners in East Bradenton, FL to fix.

While it’s certainly more of a risk for the younger crowd, it’s worth stepping up your oral hygiene if you want to avoid needing more complex services at either your dentist or orthodontist.

To learn more about how misalignments form and how to prevent them, contact Orthodontic Specialists to learn more about our services.