good dental habits while traveling

Tips For Maintaining Good Oral Health Habits While Traveling

Do you have any upcoming travel plans? We love hearing about all of your wonderful trips and vacations. Traveling can be exciting and fun, but it’s important to continue to care for your oral health while you are away. We would hate for you to relax your routine or forget an important dental care item and experience complications as a result. We want to share some oral health tips to keep in mind for your next trip:

does my dentist know?

Does My Dentist Know I Don’t Care For My Teeth?

At NYC Smile Spa, we encourage our patients to visit our office for a routine hygiene examination and cleaning every four to six months. The time between visits is determined based on the state of your oral health. Children, teens, and most adults should visit the dentist every six months, while those with conditions like gum disease will need to see us more often. During these visits, we can determine quite a few things about your brushing habits as well as the types of foods you eat and some of your habits.

your emotional state and your oral health

Does Your Emotional State Affect Your Oral Health?

You may be surprised to learn that your emotions and how you feel can affect the state of your oral health. If you are not feeling your best and have the blues, you may not feel like cleaning your teeth properly, eating the right foods, or even visiting medical professionals for regular appointments, such as oral hygiene examination appointments in our office. Over time, this behavior can lead to serious problems with your teeth and gums, such as dental decay and gum disease.