{"id":209,"date":"2018-12-05T20:45:48","date_gmt":"2018-12-05T20:45:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=209"},"modified":"2019-01-04T20:49:26","modified_gmt":"2019-01-04T20:49:26","slug":"denitst-far-north-dallas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2018\/12\/05\/denitst-far-north-dallas\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Habits for the New Year from Your Dentist in Far North Dallas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-210\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_75685665__1534541535_55175-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_75685665__1534541535_55175-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_75685665__1534541535_55175-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_75685665__1534541535_55175.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Now that 2019 is almost here, you\u2019re probably thinking about New Year\u2019s resolutions. Whether it\u2019s eating better, exercising, reading, or so much more, people tend to think about ways they can improve their lives positively. However, there\u2019s one part of your health that\u2019s often forgotten during this time of year: your oral health. Read on to discover why you should add a good oral health routine to your list of positive changes from your dentist in far North Dallas.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Your Oral and Overall Health<\/h2>\n<p>Did you know that there\u2019s a link between your oral health and overall health? Dental issues like tooth decay and gum disease have been proven to increase your risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, and more. That\u2019s why it\u2019s a great idea to make regular dental checkups and cleanings a must in 2019.<\/p>\n<p>A preventive checkup and cleaning are the best way to prevent and detect any early signs of dental issues like cavities, gum disease, and oral cancer. You won\u2019t be able to see or feel most dental problems, which is why you should see a professional. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/services.html\">dentist in Richardson<\/a> can take X-Rays to get an inside look at your teeth so they can detect issues that aren\u2019t visible to the naked eye.<\/p>\n<h2>Your Oral Health Routine<\/h2>\n<p>Do you brush and floss every day? This is your best defense against plaque and bacteria that can cause some of the problems discussed above. In the new year, be sure to brush twice a day and floss once a day to clean away acid and food debris that can cause cavities. You can even add rinsing with mouthwash as a finishing touch to your routine for fresh breath. Good oral healthcare combined with twice-a-year visits to your dentist will ensure that your teeth are in tip-top shape for 2019.<\/p>\n<h2>Kill Two Birds with One Stone<\/h2>\n<p>Since a New Year\u2019s resolution for you might be eating healthy, you can focus on cutting out unhealthy foods that are bad for your teeth, too! Candy like caramel and taffy have fats and sugars that are bad for you, but they\u2019re also horrible for your pearly whites. They cling to your teeth for long periods of time, allowing the sugar to turn to acid and eat away at your teeth.<\/p>\n<p>Instead, for a healthier body and mouth, turn to crunchy veggies and fruits. These are great for you, but they also stimulate saliva flow. Saliva naturally washes away cavity-causing plaque and bacteria.<\/p>\n<p>Are you ready for 2019? Now that you know how to better take care of your smile, you can head into the new year knowing that you\u2019re making the right positive changes!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Practice<\/h2>\n<p>At Bear Creek Dental, we have an experienced team ready to help with any of your needs. We are looking forward to helping new smiles in 2019, and we are proud to accept a wide variety of insurance plans to deliver dentistry that is quality and affordable. For any questions, you can visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bearcreekfamilydentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or contact our Spring Valley office at (972) 490-1600.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that 2019 is almost here, you\u2019re probably thinking about New Year\u2019s resolutions. Whether it\u2019s eating better, exercising, reading, or so much more, people tend to think about ways they can improve their lives positively. 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