Last Updated:July 23, 2025, 09:45 IST
Dental care: Preventive dental care is about taking control of your oral health in a proactive, consistent way
While brushing is a necessity in your routine, it’s only the beginning. When you expand your dental hygiene routine by including a regular checkup, mindful eating, and other techniques, you set yourself up for a healthier, more confident future.
Dental care often starts with a simple routine, brushing twice a day and visiting the dentist when something feels off. But real dental health begins long before problems show up. Preventive care doesn’t fix; it protects, it acts early. It guards teeth and gums before they suffer. Dr. Sanyukta Rege, Periodontist & Oral Implantologist, Laxmi Dental Limited shares all you need to know:
Flossing
Flossing follows brushing but works deeper. A lot of times, brushes miss the tight spots and, in those crevices, food hides, plaque forms, and bacteria thrive. These tiny invaders spark decay and gum issues. Floss slips in, clears out debris, and leaves your gums stronger. Daily flossing isn’t just good—it’s essential. One minute each day builds years of defence.
Mouthwash
Mouthwash seems minor, a breath-freshener at best but its strength runs deeper. Fluoride mouthwashes can help in hardening of enamel and the antibacterial mouthwashes can kill plaque-makers. While floss and brushes miss corners, mouthwash flows everywhere. Swish with it—not right after brushing, but later.
A regular Dental checkup
Even the best care and strong routines need check-ups. Dentists don’t just fix—they foresee. Their tools spot hidden threats: tiny cavities, receding gums, suspicious lesions. They clean what brushes can’t—hardened tartar. Twice a year, even without pain, go in. Let them scan. Let them clean. Their care prevents more than it repairs.
Diet
What you eat shapes your smile. Sugar feeds bacteria and acid softens enamel. Frequent snacks hurt more than big meals. On the flip side, raw veggies clean while you chew. Water flushes food bits and fuels saliva. Calcium-rich foods strengthen enamel. Fruits and grains support gum health. Every bite helps—or hurts.
Preventive dental care is about taking control of your oral health in a proactive, consistent way. While brushing is a necessity in your routine, it’s only the beginning. When you expand your dental hygiene routine by including a regular checkup, mindful eating, and other techniques, you set yourself up for a healthier, more confident future. Your smile is one of the first things people notice so you should protect it with everything you’ve got.
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