The Working Lunch: The Dental Connection!

Many working adults find that the demands of their job require eating lunch while continuing to work. Although a recent survey revealed that despite knowing that a healthy, good-looking smile affects not only their personal health, but their professional image as well, with the time constraints placed on them by their work environment, very few people have the time to brush and floss at the office regularly, which allows harmful food debris to have an impact upon their teeth and gums.

Although time is a premium at work, it only takes two minutes to improve your oral hygiene. With this in mind, consider these brushing tips while at work.

• Leave a toothbrush at work to increase the likelihood of brushing.
• Brush your teeth at least two minutes, twice daily.
• Replace your toothbrush every 3 months.
• Clean between your teeth with floss daily.

Brushing after breakfast and lunch will eliminate any remaining food particles and odors.  Removing plaque and debris after each meal, even after that working lunch, can decrease the risk of decay and gum disease.

If you have any questions or are in need of a dental appointment, call our office at 918-455-0123.

God Bless,

DRT