{"id":245,"date":"2023-08-15T15:27:31","date_gmt":"2023-08-15T15:27:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/blog\/?p=245"},"modified":"2023-10-11T15:32:29","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T15:32:29","slug":"3-easy-tips-to-ace-your-next-dental-exam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/blog\/3-easy-tips-to-ace-your-next-dental-exam\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Easy Tips To Ace Your Next Dental Exam"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AdobeStock_623157141-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Girl in pigtails with blue eyes sitting having dental exam by dentist wearing blue gloves\" class=\"wp-image-246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AdobeStock_623157141-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AdobeStock_623157141-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AdobeStock_623157141-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AdobeStock_623157141-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/AdobeStock_623157141-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Preparations for back to school are underway and there\u2019s a lot to do! If you\u2019re a parent, you\u2019re probably busy with back-to-school shopping, registering your child for activities, and making sure they have their physical completed. In the hustle and bustle, it\u2019s easy for things to fall through the cracks. Don\u2019t let your child\u2019s oral health be one of them! A visit to the dentist should also be a priority. They can provide your child with appropriate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/general-preventive-dentistry.html\">preventative care<\/a> to start the year off right. With that in mind, here are 3 helpful tips to help ace your next dental exam!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Keep a Consistent Dental Care Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Consistent dental care habits will help you and your child breeze right through that next visit. When your pearly whites are already in good condition, your dentist doesn\u2019t have to work as hard to keep them clean. Your regular routine should include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Brushing twice daily for 2 minutes at a time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flossing twice daily.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attending dental checkups and cleanings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s tempting to skip checkups once the school year ramps up and work gets busier. You can ensure you don\u2019t miss any by setting reminders on your phone or calendar. If you\u2019re tech-savvy, save your appointments on your phone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2: Eat A Balanced Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Highly sugary foods attract bacteria that can eventually erode the enamel of your teeth. Skip the sweet treats! Instead, eat a varied diet that includes the vitamins and minerals your mouth needs to stay in optimal condition. By avoiding items on the menu with high sugar content, you\u2019re doing your teeth (and your dentist!) a favor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, drink plenty of water! It rinses your mouth of food particles and germs that can grow into plaque or gum disease. Plus, it never hurts to stay hydrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: Chew Sugar-Free Gum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chewing sugar-free gum for half an hour after eating can contribute to your oral well-being in more ways than one. It helps to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Generate saliva, which is our mouth\u2019s natural defense against acid erosion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear food out. Unwanted food particles left behind can be pulled away from your teeth and then spit out with the gum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reverse damage. Many brands of sugar-free gum contain Xylitol which can reduce tooth decay and replace minerals in your enamel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are all easy ways you can contribute to your own dental health. Now when you see your dentist, you\u2019ll pass their exam with flying colors!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Island City Dental, you can expect a relaxed, refreshing atmosphere. We take pride in providing patients with a concierge-level experience backed by a research-based approach to oral care. With several decades of experience between them, our dentists are experts in not only general dentistry but also prosthodontics (restorative implants). That means that whatever the state of your smile, they can help keep your teeth and gums in pristine condition. If you\u2019d like to schedule an exam, please feel free to contact us on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.islandcitydental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by calling (954) 564-7121.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preparations for back to school are underway and there\u2019s a lot to do! 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