Be Your Own Dentist: 5 Dental Tools You Can Use At Home

Seeing your dentist regularly for a cleaning is an important step to keeping your teeth healthy. They check for damage and preventive existing damage from getting worse. While cleaning at home can’t replace a professional cleaning, it can make sure your next trip to the dentist goes smoother. At Armin Abron DDS, our Washington, D.C dentist wants to make sure you are doing everything you can to keep your smile clean and healthy.

5 Dental Tools To Use At Home

By using some of the same tools your dentist does, at home, you can make sure your teeth are in the best shape possible. Many of the dental tools are available for you to use at home and can help keep your teeth or implants clean and healthy. These tools include:

• Mouth Mirror- This angled mirror is something you’ve probably seen during every dental visit. Using one at home allows you to see places you’ve missed while brushing. You can also keep an eye out for cavities or discoloration.
• Tongue Scraper- This tool is used to dislodge bacteria that might be on your tongue. Using this tool can also help prevent bad breath.
• Floss- If you aren’t flossing every day, it’s a great habit to start. Your hygienist has probably flossed your teeth when you go in for a cleaning and it’s something you should definitely add to your home hygiene routine to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
• Tartar Scraper- This pick tool allows you to remove tartar buildup or food debris from your teeth and gums. By gently guiding the instrument along your gum line, you can keep your teeth clean and lower your chances of gum disease.
• Dental Pick- This pick allows you to probe and clean between teeth to prevent debris or plaque from accumulating in hard to reach places.

Even with using all these tools, making regular trips to the dentist is a must for oral health. If you currently reside in the Washington. D.C area and are in need of restorative or preventative dental care, please contact us and schedule a no-obligation consultation with Dr. Armin Abron today. We look forward to hearing from you soon!