{"id":695,"date":"2022-05-04T13:29:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T18:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cfad.net\/blog\/?p=695"},"modified":"2022-06-03T14:35:47","modified_gmt":"2022-06-03T19:35:47","slug":"prevent-cavities-sweet-tooth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cfad.net\/blog\/prevent-cavities-sweet-tooth\/","title":{"rendered":"Got a Sweet Tooth? Consider These Tips to Prevent Cavities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\"Assortment<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Decades of dental research has proven that the more sugar you consume, the higher your risk will be for developing dental cavities. If you find it difficult to stay away from sweet foods, whether it be cookies, cake, brownies, hard candy, or just about anything you\u2019d find on a dessert tray, it\u2019s essential that you maintain certain oral care habits every day. While it\u2019s best to avoid sweets altogether, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of common dental issues and still satisfy your cravings. To prevent cavities<\/a> and gum disease, keep the following tips in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Brush Often and Consistently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brushing twice a day for two minutes may sound like an obvious habit to maintain, but there are ways to ensure you\u2019re brushing as efficiently as possible, especially if you\u2019re consuming sugar more than the average person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you find yourself so busy that you end up skipping your brushing routine at home, keep a portable toothbrush on you physically or in your car while you go to work. That way, you can easily visit the bathroom to brush after having a sweet treat. If you don\u2019t want to carry around a reusable toothbrush and small tube of toothpaste, consider purchasing disposable brushes with toothpaste built-in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upgrade Your Oral Care Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Manual toothbrushes are perfectly capable of removing plaque from teeth day to day, but it may actually be worth it to purchase an upgrade. Many people who want to not only make their oral hygiene easier, but more enjoyable, opt for an electric option. While electric toothbrushes with rotating or moving heads are reasonable and affordable, sonic toothbrushes offer an extremely thorough and comprehensive cleaning as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is electric toothbrushes have become more accessible than ever, so you don\u2019t have to drop a large sum of money just to give your smile more attention. Just make sure to replace the head of your toothbrush every three to four months (or once the bristles start to look quite frayed, which may come sooner if you\u2019re brushing more frequently to accommodate your high-sugar diet).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional Ways to Lower Your Risk of Cavities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While changing your brushing consistency and upgrading your toothbrush can make a big difference, there are other options available to you as well. They include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n