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Oral Hygiene Tips to Keep Your Smile Healthy
Your smile says a lot about you as an individual. A healthy, attractive smile says you care about your appearance and how others perceive you. This can leave a positive impression on those you meet. By prioritizing oral hygiene, you can keep your smile healthy and bright your whole life. These oral hygiene tips compiled by Natalie K. Provenzano DDS, Inc., in San Jose, California, can help you take good care of your gums and teeth.
Good Oral Hygiene Tips
Despite years of constant use, good oral hygiene habits can keep your teeth strong and healthy. If you’re not already doing so, Dr. Natalie Provenzano recommends adding the following dental hygiene practices to your oral hygiene routine:
- Brush at least twice daily with a soft bristle brush and fluoride toothpaste. Brushing removes food particles and plaque from your gums and teeth to reduce your risk of cavities
- Floss and use a mouth rinse at least once daily to protect those areas that your brush can’t reach
- Eat a healthy diet that includes fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, lean meats, fish, milk, cheese, eggs, and other foods that support teeth and gum health. Avoid or restrict acidic and sugary foods and drinks
- Drink plenty of water all day long
- Give up smoking and the use of tobacco products as they put you at greater risk of decay, gum problems, and dental disease
- See your dentist twice annually for dental check-ups and routine cleanings
- Have an Intraoral Scan to check that your teeth are in proper occlusion. Straight teeth that function correctly play a large role in maintaining oral health
Healthy Smile, Happier Life
Good oral hygiene will keep your smile fresh, clean, and healthy. A healthy smile can positively impact your life as you’ll have greater confidence and self-esteem. You’ll find yourself smiling more often as you won’t feel embarrassed about your teeth or self-conscious about your appearance. With healthy teeth, dining will be a pleasure as you’ll be able to eat a wholesome diet and enjoy your favorite foods. Keeping your teeth healthy will also save you money by reducing your dental bills.
Need help keeping your smile healthy and bright? Contact Dr. Natalie Provenzano in San Jose, CA, at (408) 226-2542.
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Dr. Or Simel
Dr. Natalie Provenzano has been practicing dentistry since 2002 when she graduated from the University of Southern California Dental School in the class’ top 10. She served on the school’s ethics committee and was a member of the Oral Sedation Team and the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. She also received the American Association of Women Dentists’ Female Dentist of the Year Award.
Also an alumnus of Loyola Marymount University, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BS in Biology, Dr. Provenzano was an active member of Ignatians Service Organization and Delta Gamma Fraternity and was chosen for the Order of Omega and Delta Sigma Nu Honor Societies.
Oral surgeon Dr. Or Simel has been practicing dentistry since 2009. He is a graduate of the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Dentistry (DDS), UCSF School of Medicine (MD), Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, (BS/Biology), and UCSF School of Dentistry (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery). He graduated Summa Cum Laude and was on the Dean’s List, and National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon.
He is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Dental Association, and California Dental Association.
Together, they provide exceptional general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry to patients of all ages in the area.