{"id":64,"date":"2021-10-06T13:52:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-06T13:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.harrisparkwaydental.com\/blog\/?p=64"},"modified":"2021-10-28T13:54:56","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T13:54:56","slug":"6-oral-hygiene-tips-for-national-dental-hygiene-mont","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.harrisparkwaydental.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/06\/6-oral-hygiene-tips-for-national-dental-hygiene-mont\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Tips for a Healthy Smile During National Dental Hygiene Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The air is crisper, the leaves are changing colors, and October is officially upon us. Do you know what that means? It\u2019s National Dental Hygiene Month! Even though you should be practicing proper dental care year-round, this month is a perfect time to be more aware of your oral health habits. In honor of this special time of the year, here are seven oral hygiene tips you should consider incorporating into your daily routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Brush Your Teeth Before Bed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everyone knows to brush their teeth<\/a> at least twice a day. Unfortunately, many people neglect to follow that recommendation. Before you call it a night, you must brush your teeth to eliminate bacteria, plaque, and other debris that accumulate throughout the day. Otherwise, you can increase your risk of dental problems like tooth decay, cavities, and even gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use a Proper Brushing Technique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It may surprise you to learn that the way<\/em> you brush is just as important as how often you do it. If you fail to use a proper technique, you can actually do more harm than good for your smile. To remove plaque effectively, you must use a proper brushing technique. Here\u2019s what that looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n