Today’s article is for disheartened men and women because they haven’t been successful at making changes that will benefit their oral health. We want to encourage you to keep trying and assure you that the team of dental professionals at Jefferson City Dental Care is eager to help.
Keep Trying To Floss
Many individuals are vigilant about brushing and believe that it makes up for the lack of flossing. This is a misconception. Flossing is the only way to clean food debris and plaque from the gumline. Failure to floss can lead to periodontal disease which can, in turn, lead to tooth loss. We urge everyone to make it a habit to floss properly every day. If you are not sure how to floss correctly, any one of the friendly dental hygienists at Jefferson City Dental Care would be happy to teach you. (They’re the pros!)
Keep Trying to Overcome Dental Anxiety
Skipping dental checkups can have harmful, and in some cases, irreversible oral health consequences. Severe decay or delayed diagnosis of oral cancer are two potential hazards. If you are afraid of going to the dentist, you are not alone. This psychological disorder affects a significant portion of the population. Fortunately, there are many ways to manage this condition so you can undergo an exam and any needed services. Talk to Dr. Johnson if you or a family member suffers from dental anxiety. Jefferson City Dental Care provides oral sedation and other help for anxious patients.
Keep Trying to Quit Tobacco
Smoking is just as harmful to your teeth and gums as it is to other parts of your body. If you’ve tried unsuccessfully to stop the practice, it’s clear that you value your health and want to lower your risk for all the problems caused or exacerbated by smoking, chewing, or vaping.
Many smokers do not conquer the habit the first time. But there’s hope! According to the CDC, there are now more former smokers than current users. Each of those former smokers was once right where you are. Keep trying!
Sometimes a little help can make all the difference. Reach out to Jefferson City Dental Care to schedule an appointment.
Source:
The Health Consequences of Smoking—50 Years of Progress: A Report of the Surgeon General.” U.S. Department of Health and Human Services., Atlanta: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Office on Smoking and Health, 2014, accessed June 13, 2017
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Jefferson City, Missouri
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