Your New Year’s Resolution and Your Dental Health

Many common New Year’s Resolutions relate to your oral health.

In just a few short weeks, 2015 will be over and 2016 will be upon us. This means it’s that time of year again…New Year’s resolution time. You might be surprised to realize that if you pick any of these top 5 most common New Year’s resolutions, your oral health will be affected.

Let’s take a look:

1. Lose Weight. Have you ever noticed that the foods that tend to be bad for your waistline also tend to be bad for your teeth? If, as part of your efforts to lose weight in 2016, you cut out sugary food, soda, and carbs, you’ll also be getting yourself a healthier mouth. Sugar, acid, and carbs can all contribute to enamel damage that can pave the way to tooth decay and even tooth loss.
2. Get Organized. If you’d like to get your life organized in the New Year, one thing that should definitely be on your list is scheduling your annual dental exam and cleaning. All too often, people forget or neglect to schedule this appointment, but an organized person would never do this.
3. Spend Less, Save More. If you’re looking to trim your budget in the New Year, making savvy healthcare decisions can make a big impact. For example, if you’re careful to choose good dental insurance and then actually get all the preventative care your insurance plan covers, you can save lots of money by preventing more serious dental problems down the line. For example, if the dentist notices a small cavity at your annual visit and then corrects it with a filling, this will be a lot less expensive than if you allowed the cavity to grow until you needed a root canal or an extraction.
4. Quit Smoking. Tobacco smoke and nicotine are really bad for your entire body, not just your oral health. If you succeed in quitting smoking, you will have improved healing in your gum tissue and you might finally be a good candidate for those dental implants you’ve always wanted.
5. Enjoy Life to the Fullest. If you want to enjoy life to the fullest, you can’t let insecurity about your smile or tooth and gum pain hold you back. Investing in cosmetic dentistry could really help you find the freedom from self-consciousness that you need to be more social, more adventurous, and get more enjoyment out of life.

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