{"id":257,"date":"2023-03-13T15:35:59","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T15:35:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/?p=257"},"modified":"2023-04-19T15:36:15","modified_gmt":"2023-04-19T15:36:15","slug":"spring-cleaning-for-your-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hamptonsbeachdental.com\/blog\/2023\/03\/13\/spring-cleaning-for-your-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Spring Cleaning\u2014For Your Teeth!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The snow is melting, the grass is beginning to grow back, and flowers are blooming\u2014it must be spring. This time of year, many people take the opportunity to make a fresh start for their homes and personal lives. They clear out the attic, scrub areas of their house that haven\u2019t received much attention during winter, and make positive changes in their lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although it may not be the first to-do item on your list, getting your teeth professionally cleaned and examined<\/a> should be part of your spring cleaning this year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Importance of Cleaning Teeth Daily<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every day, you do little things to maintain your home like pick up toys, wash the dishes, and make your bed. These little tasks are necessary to prevent huge messes from taking over and overwhelming you. Likewise, brushing and flossing your teeth every day are essential if you want to keep oral bacteria and plaque under control. Just as cleaning your house at all shouldn\u2019t wait until spring, you shouldn\u2019t put off taking care of your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why You Need Professional Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to daily care, your mouth needs a deeper, more thorough clean on a regular basis, just like your home. However, for teeth and gums, the \u201cclutter\u201d or plaque can slowly and subtly build up over time and cause damage to your smile. Getting rid of it entails visiting your dentist because once plaque has hardened it can only be removed by a professional. As a result, you should schedule a dental checkup and cleaning at least every six months to make sure your mouth stays in excellent condition!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things You Get During a Dental Checkup and Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although seeing your dentist regularly allows you to accomplish other things as well, such as the primary reasons for these frequent visits are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n