The new year is a clean slate and a great time to make changes to your health care, and your oral health is no exception. Because of the significant link between your oral health and your overall health, there has never been a better time to make your dental care a priority, and your dentist in Brampton has some tips on how you can easily create some changes for 2019.
Brushing Before You go to Bed
While it may be simple to remember to brush your teeth when you wake up in the morning, brushing before bed is easier to overlook when you’re busy or tired after a long day. Brushing eliminates all the bacteria in your mouth from the food you’ve eaten throughout the day, which is essential because it will turn into plaque that sits on your teeth and breaks down your enamel if it’s not removed.
Eat More Fruits and Vegetables
Many people reevaluate their food choices in their resolutions because the new year is a great time to make some healthy improvements to your diet. If you find yourself snacking in the afternoon, consider choosing fruits and veggies over chips, crackers, or bagels.
Fruits and vegetables such as apples, pears, and carrots neutralize the acids in your mouth that cause tooth decay and cavities, and they wash away the excess debris in your mouth left over after meals by increasing saliva flow.
Flossing Once a Day
Flossing is a simple habit that many people skip because they are tired or feel it’s time consuming. However, flossing is important because it removes the plaque and bacteria buildup in between your teeth, which is essential because you can actually get cavities there.
If flossing is not part of your daily routine, commit to at least one day a week to start with and then slowly add days as it becomes a habit.
Routine Dental Checkups
Because we know there’s a correlation between your dental health and other concerns in the body such as heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes, visiting your family dentist in Brampton consistently for a six-month cleaning and checkup is critical not only for your oral health, but also your overall health and well-being.
During every routine examination, your dentist screens for issues such as gum disease, tooth decay, and cavities. Detecting these concerns early gives you the best chance of successfully treating them.
The good news for patients with dental insurance is that six month cleaning and checkups are typically covered, which means that there is very little or even no out-of-pocket cost for your preventive appointments. If you don’t have dental insurance, your dentist’s treatment coordinator can offer some helpful tips on fitting dentistry into your budget.
Are you ready to take charge of your oral health in 2019? Contact your dentist today to schedule your next visit.
About the Author
At Torbram Dental, our team of dentists provide compassionate and comprehensive dental care in a warm and friendly environment. We focus on giving each patient personalized attention. and we invest in the latest technology to ensure your comfort.
If you would like to reach Torbram Dental, you can call us at 905-792-7163 or contact us through our website.
Simrit has been working at Torbram Dental since 2001. She started her career with Assisting/Treatment co-ordinating and then moved on to becoming the Hygiene Co Ordinator in 2005. In 2012 she took on a new role as the Marketing Director. Though she loved being the Marketing Director, in 2015 she became the Office Manager of Torbram Dental. She completed her Level 1 Dental Assisting program with Career Canada in 1996 and then went on to complete her Level II Dental Assisting Diploma with Southwestern Medix in 1999. That is when she received NDAEB Certification. Simrit has been and still is an active member of the Ontario Dental Assistants Association since 2000. She enjoys hiking and traveling with her husband and two kids and loves to explore new restaurants, especially high-tea venues.
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Jessica, one of our receptionists, is one of the smiling faces you see when you arrive at the office. She graduated with honours from Medix College with a diploma as a Level 2 Dental Assistant. When she is not happily helping our patients, Jessica enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family, going to church on Sunday mornings, gardening and going on hikes.
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Naudia has been working at Torbram Dental for many years and is a valued member of our administrative team: as a dental receptionist and in our marketing team . She graduated from Everest College with honours level 1 and 2, with a diploma in Dental Assisting. Naudia is always there for our patients, making sure that they receive the care and attention they deserve. When not at the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking and indulging in civil court TV shows.
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Ramandeep has been a part of Torbram Dental for the past 10 years as certified dental assistant. She obtained her level 1 certification from Everest college in Brampton in 2013, and then her level 2 certification in 2014 from Medix college. Her career path through the clinic has been recognized by staff at all levels who admire her work ethic and dedication to million dollar smiles. In her spare time, Ramandeep enjoys cooking and gardening, and spending time with her husband and 2 kids.
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Sana is a valued member of our dental hygiene team. In 2008 she completed her education at George Brown in Dental Assisting and in 2016 she earned her diploma in Dental Hygiene from the Canadian Academy of Dental Health and Sciences. Sana has been working in dentistry since 2008 and enjoys taking care of our patients and helping them with their oral health. She is married and is busy with her 2 young children. In her spare time, Sana enjoys going out with the family, trying out new places to eat and is looking forward to travelling with them in the future.
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Sanaria has been working at Torbram Dental for many years as a valued member of our Dental Assisting Team. She completed her level 2 dental assisting certification and previously obtained a degree in Education and worked as a quality control officer in the pharmaceutical industry. When not at work Sanaria loves to bake and cook. She also loves story time and enjoying the outdoors with her children. She always sees the positive side of life, believes that nothing is impossible and that if you set a goal and work at it, that you will make your dreams come true.
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Carrie has been working at Torbram Dental since 2001. She graduated from George Brown College in 1998 with a Dental Assistant Diploma and continued to further her education by completing a Dental Hygiene Diploma in 2001 at Durham College. Carrie is a highly trained and experienced Registered Dental Hygienist who continues to learn and grow by updating her knowledge to provide her clients with the best Oral Health Care techniques and information. Carrie is passionate about Dentistry and is known for her gentle and compassionate manner. She feels strongly about building lasting relationships and trust with her clients to help them understand that good Oral Health leads to good Overall Health. Carrie enjoys travelling, dabbling in decorating and a good Netflix series in her time off. Carrie resides in Halton Hills with her husband and two children.
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Daniela's interest in Dentistry began in Gr.6 when she wrote a speech entitled "My Life as a Toothbrush".
A Registered Dental Hygienist with 22 years of clinical experience, Daniela still has a great passion for her career. The most rewarding aspect for her is building lasting relationships with her patients, and seeing them through to a healthier smile.
Her thorough yet gentle touch will ensure a comfortable visit every time.
Daniela is a total Foodie and loves to cook and enjoys all types of cuisines. She loves Florida, Cruises, organizing things, and most of all spending time with family and friends.
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Stephanie Enjoys getting to know all new patients at Torbram Dental and catching up with long standing Patients. Stephanie enjoys spending quality time with her family. One of her favorite things to do with her daughter is teach and play the piano. Stephanie likes going on walks with her husband and enjoys spending as much time with him as he is an Active Member of the Canadian Army. On Sundays, Stephanie enjoys going to Church and looks forward to Sunday Dinner with her entire family. Stephanie's Favorite thing to do to start her day right is head to her local Starbucks and Grab her favorite drink, an iced black tea with light lemonade on warm days and a blonde vanilla latte on those cold winter days.
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