{"id":453,"date":"2022-03-26T22:07:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-26T22:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/?p=453"},"modified":"2022-04-25T22:10:30","modified_gmt":"2022-04-25T22:10:30","slug":"spring-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/spring-cleaning\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips to Give Your Smile a Spring Cleaning"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Smiling_in_sun__1597340967_80217.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling outside\" class=\"wp-image-454\" width=\"296\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Smiling_in_sun__1597340967_80217.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Smiling_in_sun__1597340967_80217-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Smiling_in_sun__1597340967_80217-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter has come to an end, and the warmer weather is beginning to take hold. It\u2019s the perfect time to begin your annual spring cleaning to clear away all that clutter that\u2019s accumulated in your home over the past year. While you\u2019re focused on your living space, you might as well take care of your smile while you\u2019re at it! Your pearly whites need some attention too. Here are some spring cleaning tips to freshen your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pick Out a Brand-New Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your current toothbrush has been sitting around for a while now, it\u2019s likely time that you should be switching it out for a brand-new one. If you\u2019re using an electric toothbrush, 12 weeks should be the cutoff date for when you replace the head of the toothbrush. The bristles become worn and frayed over time and don\u2019t do as good of a job cleaning your teeth. This means a greater risk for cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Look at the Expiration Date of Your Mouthwash<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You are always checking the expiration date for your milk, eggs, and mayonnaise, but you probably don\u2019t think to check when your mouthwash expires. When you use mouthwash, you should ensure that it hasn\u2019t been collecting dust for too long. If yours has expired, toss it out and purchase a new one next time you go to the grocery or drug store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have Your Teeth Cleaned<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should be seeing your dentist every six months for a professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/our-services.html\">cleaning and checkup<\/a>. During this time, your hygienist removes plaque and tartar from hard-to-reach places, and your dentist makes sure that you don\u2019t have any existing oral health issues. When you have your teeth cleaned regularly, you can prevent oral health issues from occurring later on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean Your Retainer, Clear Aligners, and Nightguard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a retainer, aligners, or a nightguard that you wear, you probably already take time to clean them when you remove them, but you should also give them a deep cleaning now and again. This is also a great time for you to soak your cases and give them a good scrub to keep them fresh. Say goodbye to all of that debris and bacteria that\u2019s accumulated over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean Your Dentures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dentures are a lifechanging tooth replacement option for people who are missing most of or all of their teeth. If you wear dentures, you are familiar with the cleaning process that you must go through on a regular basis. However, you should also take them to a dentist for a professional cleaning every so often. This way, your dentist will be able to check them for wearing and damage as well. If anything is bothering you about your dentures, now is a great time to mention this to your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring cleaning only comes once a year, so it\u2019s an excellent time to tidy up your smile! By using the tips listed above, you can set your pearly whites up for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Dr. Richard Fossum<\/a> is an experienced dentist who has been working in the field for well over 20 years. He earned his dental doctorate from the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston and is committed to continuing education to keep his knowledge and skills sharp. Currently, he is a proud member of the American Dental Association, Texas Dental Association, Central Texas Dental Society, and the Academy of General Dentistry. For more ways to keep your smile healthy or to schedule your spring cleaning at his office in Temple, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.richardfossumdds.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (254) 778-3900.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winter has come to an end, and the warmer weather is beginning to take hold. It\u2019s the perfect time to begin your annual spring cleaning to clear away all that clutter that\u2019s accumulated in your home over the past year. 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