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If you\u2019re a student, odds are you\u2019re preparing for the upcoming Fall semester. That means getting gear for classes, learning your new schedule, and more. Even as you shift gears, though, don\u2019t forget about your back-to-school dental exam. You\u2019ll want to pass it \u2013 doing so will make life much easier. Luckily, your Copperas Cove dentist can help you out a bit. Here are some tips for acing the upcoming checkup<\/a> with a healthy smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Practice Good Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re serious about the next dental exam, one thing is a must. Namely, you should maintain good oral hygiene routines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Naturally, these routines amount to standard dental care habits. For example, the first is to brush your teeth twice daily with fluoridated toothpaste. The second, meanwhile, is to floss between your chompers once daily. Last but not least, the third is to rinse with mouthwash often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If sticking to these habits is hard for you, there are ways to make them easier. Consider setting phone reminders to brush and floss. On the other hand, you could arrange for your parent(s) to reward you for teeth cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow a Mouth-Healthy Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While tempting, sweet snacks aren\u2019t great for your mouth. You\u2019d be better off finding an alternative food source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, fatty and sugary stuff isn\u2019t good for teeth. Eating much of it causes tooth decay, cavities, and even gum disease. The reason is that foods like cake, cookies, and ice cream have loads of sugar. The latter carb erodes tooth enamel and makes it vulnerable to bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try a mouth-healthy diet with many vitamins and minerals as an alternative to sweet treats. Lean proteins, dairy products, and leafy greens actually strengthen your enamel. Furthermore, tap water and tea have fluoride that protects teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chew Sugar-Free Gum After Meals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, you don\u2019t always have time to brush your teeth after school lunch. Most students must rush to class. That being the case, you could chew sugar-free gum instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t already know, chewing gum makes your body produce saliva. This liquid then clears leftover food and bacteria from your mouth. Even better, it re-mineralizes tooth enamel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the best of both worlds, you could also brush your teeth after chewing the gum. In that case, however, wait thirty minutes after eating before you pull out the toothbrush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the tips above, you can ace your back-to-school dental exam. Therefore, make sure to use them consistently!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Benchmark Family Dental<\/em><\/a> is based in Copperas Cove, TX. Led by <\/em>Dr. Caraveo<\/em><\/a>, our practice is ready to help each patient\u2019s smile thrive. To that end, we perform preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services, as well as emergency dental work. Each treatment is custom-made and tailored for you, so you can trust that your teeth will be healthy and beautiful. For more information or to book a visit, please reach us on <\/em>our website<\/em><\/a> or by phone at (254)-547-4866.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re a student, odds are you\u2019re preparing for the upcoming Fall semester. That means getting gear for classes, learning your new schedule, and more. Even as you shift gears, though, don\u2019t forget about your back-to-school dental exam. You\u2019ll want to pass it \u2013 doing so will make life much easier. Luckily, your Copperas Cove […]<\/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":[],"yoast_head":"\nHow to Ace a Back-to-School Dental Exam | Benchmark Family Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Before your back-to-school dental exam, you\u2019ll want to prepare. 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