{"id":587,"date":"2022-01-03T17:46:00","date_gmt":"2022-01-03T17:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/?p=587"},"modified":"2022-02-17T17:46:45","modified_gmt":"2022-02-17T17:46:45","slug":"new-years-resolutions-dentist-in-lincoln","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/2022\/01\/new-years-resolutions-dentist-in-lincoln\/","title":{"rendered":"Get a Healthier Smile in 2022 with These 4 New Year\u2019s Resolutions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you\u2019ve been looking to get healthier and save money, the start of a new year is the perfect opportunity. Not many people choose to base their New Year\u2019s resolutions around their dental habits, but doing so can benefit your health and<\/em> your wealth. After all, the best way to avoid needing expensive dental work is to prevent oral issues from ever occurring. With that said, these four resolutions from a dentist in Lincoln can give you a healthier smile<\/a> and a fuller wallet in 2022!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. See Your Dentist Twice This Year<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You might be wondering how you can save money by visiting your dentist if your teeth feel fine. However, cavities and other dental problems often go unnoticed in their early stages. By the time they start hurting, they often need more invasive and pricier treatments. When you see your dentist<\/a> for a checkup every six months, they can detect these issues early enough that treating them is easier and more cost-effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Add Flossing to Your Daily Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many of us tell ourselves that we should start flossing, but we rarely get around to actually doing it. Once you get into the habit of flossing every day, you\u2019ll wonder why you didn\u2019t start it earlier. Not only does flossing freshen your breath and make your mouth feel cleaner, but it also prevents plaque from building up in the spaces between your teeth. This decreases your risk of gum disease and tooth decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Snack Smarter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whatever food you eat, the bacteria in your mouth also eat. Some of these bacteria contribute to cavities and gum infections, and sugary foods make it easier for them to wreak havoc on your oral health. If you cut back on sugar and eat mouth-healthy fruits and vegetables instead, your smile \u2013 and your overall health \u2013 will thank you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Quit Smoking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no secret that smoking (or any kind of tobacco use) is bad for you. In addition to staining your teeth, smoking can make you more likely to develop gum disease, oral cancer, and a whole host of health problems throughout your body. Kicking the habit can only have positive outcomes. If you\u2019ve had trouble quitting in the past, be sure to ask your dentist for help. They\u2019ll be more than happy to point you toward the resources that can help you quit smoking once and for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any one of these New Year\u2019s resolutions can benefit your smile and your bank account, but by sticking to all four of them, you can make 2022 your healthiest and wealthiest year yet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Since earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry in 1999, Dr. Louis Olberding<\/a> has completed advanced training in multiple areas of dentistry. He\u2019s able to offer a comprehensive menu of services at Olberding Dental, but he\u2019d rather help his patients avoid needing them in the first place! For personalized advice on maintaining a healthy smile in 2022 and beyond, you can reach out to Dr. Olberding\u2019s practice via his website<\/a> or by calling 402-488-2325.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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