- Brush your teeth at least twice each day. Make sure you follow proper brushing technique. If you’re not sure what to do, ask your dentist or dental hygienist for a quick lesson at your next appointment.
- Floss daily. It doesn’t take more than a few minutes, but flossing may be the most important thing you can do to prevent gum problems now and in the future.
- Eat a well-balanced diet. A balanced diet, including plenty of vitamin C and calcium, may minimize the likelihood you’ll have gum problems.
- Drink plenty of water. Drinking water, especially after eating, can help wash food off your teeth and make it less likely that bacteria will form gum-damaging plaque.
- Say no to tobacco. If you smoke cigarettes or use other tobacco products, try to quit.
- Be cautious about extremely hot or cold foods and drinks. When you have gum problems, you may find you’re more comfortable having lukewarm or cool foods and beverages.
- Relax. Being stressed out raises levels of the stress hormone cortisol, increasing the likelihood of inflammation throughout your body, including in your gums.
For over 30 years, Dr. Lee Weisbard, D.D.S., and her team have provided Colorado and beyond with the highest quality dental experience available. And it all grew out of her compassion for others and a love for the dental arts.
She has the skills and committed excellence in cosmetic, general, and dental implant dentistry that brings you the best dental care in Greenwood Village, DTC, Englewood, Cherry Hills, Littleton, and the surrounding cities of Denver. She has received numerous awards and honors, including the prestigious 2018 Colorado Businesswoman of the Year award.