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Anyone can make a goal, especially around this time of year, but sometimes the path to accomplishing it can be mirky or unclear. How do you lose 50 pounds and keep it off? How do you save $10,000 in a year? If you want to succeed in your New Year\u2019s resolution, you\u2019ll need a solid plan to get you to the finish line. When it comes to achieving a healthier smile, here are some essential steps you can take to make your journey easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How to Brush and Floss Every Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your oral hygiene plays the most important role in your mouth\u2019s health. Bacteria-filled plaque can infect your gums, cause cavities, and destroy your smile, but daily brushing and flossing clears out bacteria and debris before it hardens and attacks your teeth and gums. You probably have heard this advice for years, but how does it turn into a habit? Make it part of your getting ready and going to bed routines. Set timers or alerts on your phone or leave sticky notes to yourself on the mirror to remind you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Visit Your Dentist At Least Every Six Months<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a reason the American Dental Association strongly suggests seeing your dentist<\/a> twice per year. At this appointment, they can do more than just check your teeth for early problems; they can also remove any hardened plaque that could eventually lead to issues later. This double whammy allows you and your dentist to be one step ahead for your oral health, and you\u2019ll be less likely to experience a dental emergency or pain. Put your appointments in your phone or calendar, and then don\u2019t leave your dentist\u2019s office until you\u2019ve scheduled the next one six months in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Cut Back on Sugar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although sweet, sugar has a nasty effect on oral health. Oral bacteria love sugary, carb-heavy foods. When you have too much, you encourage growth in these harmful bacteria. On the other hand, if you choose healthier alternatives like strawberries or blueberries as well as nutrient-rich vegetables, you can slow down bacterial growth and limit the damage they can do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Drink Plenty of Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For every element of health, water is the best beverage you can have. In terms of your oral health, water keeps your mouth hydrated, rinses out food debris, and neutralizes any acids in your mouth. This type of environment keeps decay and inflammation to a minimum and your mouth in excellent condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accomplishing important goals doesn\u2019t have to take impressive, huge steps. Improving the health of your smile can be successful through small efforts you make every day in your lifestyle. Achieve greatness in 2026 by making your smile stronger!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talking about experience, Michel Dental has it in spades. This practice has served patients in Kansas since 1981 and has expanded to two separate offices in Topeka and Silver Lake. However, our team\u2019s education journey<\/a> has never stopped\u2014we continue to bring the latest and best innovations to our patients, even if it simply makes routine visits more pleasant. Come and see how our office differs from others around us! Contact us online or call<\/a> to schedule your next appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Anyone can make a goal, especially around this time of year, but sometimes the path to accomplishing it can be mirky or unclear. How do you lose 50 pounds and keep it off? How do you save $10,000 in a year? If you want to succeed in your New Year\u2019s resolution, you\u2019ll need a solid […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1784","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nAccomplish Your New Year\u2019s Resolution for a Healthier Smile<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Achieving a healthier smile is a great goal for your New Year\u2019s resolution. Do you know how to do it? 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