Dr. Jennifer Vitarelli

Why Brushing Your Teeth Twice a Day is Important

brushing-teeth-twice-a-dayOne of the staples in your life should be brushing your teeth twice a day, but surprisingly as we grow older, we get lazier and assume it’s not that big of a deal.

But on the contrary, it’s very important! There are many reasons as to why it’s vital that you brush your teeth twice a day, some of them you might already know, and some of them are less commonly known. Here are some reasons as to why you should brush your teeth twice per day:

Keeping your breath fresh

  • If you don’t brush your teeth twice a day, you will build harmful bacteria in your mouth which can cause a multitude of issues, including bad breath – if you want to prevent bacterial diseases, you should always brush twice a day.

Brushing twice per day stops gum disease

  • If you don’t brush regularly, then you have a good chance of building up plaque on the teeth you neglect, when this happens, the baseline of your teeth will become yellow, which is the first sign that gum disease is near – this can lead to more serious illnesses like gingivitis, you can prevent this by brushing twice per day.

No teeth stains

  • Toothpaste contains ingredients that remove debris and bacterial stains, if you don’t brush regularly, your teeth will keep the yellowness and may develop into more serious illnesses.

You’re less likely to die

The bacteria that are built from your mouth can enter your blood if unchecked, this increases the chance of heart issues, along with an increase of cholesterol in the arteries. If you don’t brush twice a day, then the chances of a stroke or heart attack increases.

You’ll be more attractive

  • If we’re honest, nobody wants to kiss someone that has bad breath or food inside their teeth, you should be flossing to remove food from your teeth, and brushing regularly to prevent bad breath.

You save money long-term

  • It’s much cheaper to prevent bacterial infections or oral issues, hospitals and doctors are expensive, if you brush only once a day, you’re greatly increasing the risk of diseases, which will result in your medical bill being higher than it should.

At Vitarelli Dental, we can ensure that you maintain a healthy set of teeth with a yearly checkup, this helps us fix any issues that might arise before it’s too late, and it gives you peace of mind.

We’re based in Madison & Saddle River NJ – get in touch today to see how we can help.

Oral Healthcare for Your Child

children dentistIt’s very important that you have accurate information when it comes to infant oral health care – even though babies replace their teeth with adults ones, they are still vulnerable to infections and decay. It’s also possible for mothers to give harmful bacteria to their child. Because of this, it’s important to know how to take care of your child’s oral healthcare.

Your child’s healthcare starts with you

Healthy oral care starts with your own teeth, you can transfer bacteria through poor dietary habits, and by not brushing regularly.

Even though it’s extremely easy to transfer bacterial diseases to your child, it’s also very easy to prevent it. All you have to do is have a good diet, and take care of your oral health.

How to effectively keep your oral health great

  • Make sure that you schedule to have a dental cleaning and exam during different stages of your pregnancy. A simple cleaning decreases the potential for bacterial diseases and infection. You should not get any cosmetic procedures until after your baby is born.
  • Remember to book your child’s first dental and health check-up no later than 1 year since birth, make sure that you book it earlier If a tooth erupts.
  • During the first year, make sure that your child’s gums are cleaned at least twice a day in the morning and evening, along with a gentle clean after meals. This will help prevent bacterial infections and food buildup.
  • When your child starts teething, you should brush their teeth with high-quality products that do not contain fluoride. Use a soft brush that’s friendly to weak gums. A general rule to follow is to avoid fluoride whenever possible.

If you’re unsure about the amount of fluoride usage, whether in dental health products or through things like bottled water, you should talk to your dentist for more information about fluoride usage with your child.

Along with avoiding fluoride, you should try and avoid anything that will provide bacteria, such as sharing utensils, straws, or cups. Always remember that your bacterial infections are transferable.

If you put all of these tips into consideration, your child will have a happy and healthy mouth for many years to come!