How to Stick to Your New Year’s Teeth Resolutions

Create and stick to a routine 

No matter what your New Year’s teeth resolutions are for 2022, the first and most important thing is to create and then stick to a routine. Planning to brush after every meal instead of twice a day? Hoping to floss regularly? Considering switching to a new mouthwash? Whatever you’ve resolved to do at the start of 2022, incorporate them into your daily routine so they become second nature - you won’t even have to think about them going forward. 

Visit your dental hygienist 

So many people forget that you can visit your dentist for a routine hygienist visit, which is an excellent way of maintaining squeaky clean, sparkling teeth. The great thing about visiting a hygienist is that you don’t need to spend time with your dentist beforehand. You can simply book an appointment and provide your teeth with the ultimate pampering. Regular visits to the hygienist help to keep gum disease at bay, too. 

Think about your diet 

What you eat and drink is so important when it comes to sticking to your New Year’s teeth resolutions. This is because making small, subtle changes to your diet can make a huge difference to the overall health and maintenance of your teeth. Consider limiting your consumption of sugary or acidic foods and beverages, and get into the habit of rinsing your mouth with water after you’ve eaten a meal. If you can successfully limit food and drinks that are bad for your teeth, then you will find it much easier to maintain a glowing smile this year. 

Schedule routine dental visits 

As well as visiting a hygienist, checking in with your dentist once every six months is the best way to protect your teeth in the long run. Visiting your dentist regularly will stop dental issues arising in the first place, and prevention is always better than a cure! Your dentist will ensure that your oral health is under control in 2022 and will protect your teeth and gums as you look to stick to your New Year’s teeth resolutions. 

Regularly replace your toothbrush

Did you know that you should replace your toothbrush once every three to four months? This is because when the bristles on your toothbrush start to soften, it is much less effective at removing food and plaque from your teeth. If you find yourself holding onto a toothbrush for too long out of habit or because you keep forgetting to pick a new one up from the supermarket, consider buying multi-packs in the first place. Changing your brush every three months will help to improve your oral hygiene and will make those New Year’s resolutions much easier to stick to!

If you’re hoping that 2022 is the year that you finally get on top of your dental health, then we salute you! Browse through our various dental services today so you give yourself the best chance of sticking to your New Year’s teeth resolutions and take the first steps towards a happier and healthier smile.