Your friends are all doing it. You think it’s safe. What’s the big deal?
Of course, some home remedies are harmless and potentially beneficial, but sometimes, seeing your North Scottsdale dentist is crucial.
This blog explores:
- Dental Care Home Remedies
- DIY Dental Trends to Avoid
- When to See the Dentist
Dental Care Home Remedies
Of course, every toothache should be investigated in our dental office. However, if you have sensitive teeth with no underlying cause, using toothpaste for sensitive teeth is okay. We want to stress that this is only after the dentist has deemed your tooth sensitivity harmless.
If you scratch your gum and it’s irritated, you can use over-the-counter pain gels or even oil of clove. However, if swelling or irritation persists, you should contact your dentist.
Rinsing with salt water occasionally can also help disinfect and keep your mouth clean while neutralizing some bacteria.
Some patients enjoy warm tea in winter because it helps with the dental pain associated with the colder months.
DIY Dental Trends to Avoid
We recommend avoiding them all unless you speak with your dentist.
On social media and TikTok, you’ll discover everything from DIY orthodontics using paper clips and plastic bands to lemon juice rinses to whiten teeth. Even with compelling videos to back up claims, we strongly urge you to avoid these trends.
Many DIY dental fixes can lead to tooth loss, bite misalignment, and enamel erosion. Always check with your dentist in Scottsdale.
When to See the Dentist
You should see your dentist every six months for dental cleanings and professional checkups.
Between these visits, you should see the dentist if you notice:
- Loose or damaged restorations
- Tooth pain or increasing sensitivity
- Oral injuries that don’t improve
- Bleeding gums or recession
- Sores that don’t heal
Contact Our Dental Team Today
Is it time for your next checkup? Contact a dental team member at (480) 591-8111 to schedule your next visit. Remember to ask about our current specials and exclusive savings plan!