Maintain a healthy mouth for a happier life
General Dentistry involves various services for all ages aimed towards maintenance or oral hygiene and a healthy mouth. It allows your dentist to diagnose, treat and prevent harmful oral conditions. At Latrobe Smile Care we can provide you with a consultation to diagnose, remove & restore the areas of decay, reduce teeth sensitivity, remove damaged teeth, repair broken teeth, clean and remove stains.
These services are performed to ensure that your overall health and wellbeing are being taken care of. Therefore, maintaining your dental hygiene is more important than you may think.
Why is dental hygiene so important to your overall health?
Oral conditions that are left untreated can negatively impact other parts of your body. Every day we consume different types of food and drink that harmful bacteria feed off. Bacteria that feed off sugary and starchy products emit an acid that can damage the enamel that coats your teeth. This in turn can leave your teeth exposed. To help avoid this happening, we always recommend that you practice good oral hygiene each day to eliminate the bad bacteria before they cause harm.
By not practicing good oral hygiene, you may develop issues such as:
- Oral infections
- Periodontitis (gum disease)
- Tooth decay
Furthermore, bacteria in your mouth are then able to gain access to other parts of your body. From here, it can travel deeper and cause more damage to your overall health.
What is good oral hygiene?
It is recommended that you brush your teeth twice a day for a minimum of two minutes. Daily flossing should also be part of your routine. Brushing and flossing will help you dislodge any leftover food that may be trapped between your teeth. By following a good oral hygiene routine, you will reduce the risk of bad bacteria developing within your mouth.
We recommend that you visit your dentist once every six months. This will allow your dentist to monitor your oral health and provide solutions to dental problems that may arise at an early stage.