Maintaining proper dental hygiene is important for preventing cavities and gum disease. But it can be hard to keep up with brushing, flossing, rinsing, and seeing the dentist when life gets busy.
We know that taking care of your teeth can fall to the wayside when your schedule feels jampacked, so here are a few of our recommendations for maintaining good dental hygiene when life gets crazy:
- Put some effort into creating a daily routine for oral care. Set specific times for brushing your teeth, flossing, and using mouthwash. When these habits are automatic, it will become easier to not forget about them.
- Put together a bag with a travel-sized toothbrush, toothpaste, and floss and keep it with you. This allows you to be able to brush and floss your teeth after meals even if you aren’t home.
- If brushing your teeth for two minutes feels too overwhelming, focus on brushing all the surfaces of your teeth thoroughly.
- Invest in time-saving dental products, such as an electric toothbrush or pre-threaded floss picks. These tools can make your dental hygiene routine faster without compromising effectiveness.
- Make sure you’re staying hydrated by drinking water throughout the day. Not only is this beneficial for your overall health, but it can also help wash food particles and bacteria out of your mouth, reducing the risk of bad breath and cavities.