5 Ways To Prevent Gum Disease

How To Prevent Gum Disease

You’ve heard it before. Brush twice a day, floss once a day and visit your dentist twice a year. But is there more to preventing gum disease? Yes, there is! Now, of course we want you to visit Chestnut Hill Dental Associates in Brighton, MA. But there are 5 unique ways to continue fighting gum disease other than the standard norm. Let’s get to it!

1- Enjoy some vitamin D!

Enjoy a little more sun and chew your vitamins. Vitamin D has been shown to have anti inflammatory benefits. This isn’t a direct component to gum disease prevention but it can help keep your gums looking and feeling healthy.

2- Sip.

Enjoy green tea while managing your oral health! The antioxidants found in green tea prevent plaque from sticking to your teeth. Wow!

3- Walk straight and narrow.

Quit smoking and drinking once and for all. These bad habits have health concerns like cancer and liver failure. But, did you know they also strip the body of vitamins and minerals? Quit now and help you body naturally fight gum disease.

4- Read the label.

There are so many options for mouthwash but only a few should go in your shopping cart. Check the label when choosing mouthwash. Those that contain cetylpyridinium chloride or domiphen bromide fight against plaque. But if you want to make things easier, choose Listerine.

5- Add celery.

People say celery is not the most exciting vegetable to eat but it is helpful! Celery is known to be a natural tooth cleaner. Its texture can help scrub away lingering food and bacteria.

Please note.

Gum disease is serious and can lead to other health issues like cancer and heart disease. Contact our dental office if you notice any of the following symptoms as they can be a sign of gum disease.

• Bleeding gums
• Red, swollen, tender gums
• Chronic bad breath
• Loose teeth
• Pus pockets

Prevent Gum Disease Today!

I hope you’ll use these tips as part of your normal dental care routine! Nothing replaces a dental exam and cleaning at Chestnut Hill Dental Associates in Brighton, MA. But, at least you can keep your smile looking great in between visits. Start fighting gum disease with a dental exam by Dr. Alaa Ahmed DMD, DMSc. Call 617-566-0308 or book an appointment online today!