Power Swishing: Boost Gum Health Between Dental Visits
At Discovery Dental & Implants in Las Vegas, we believe that long-lasting oral health begins at home. While regular dental visits are important, what you do between appointments makes all the difference. That’s why we’re excited to share the power swishing technique – a simple yet effective method to boost your gum health.
What is Power Swishing?
Think of power swishing as the power wash for your mouth. It is much more than just rinsing with normal mouthwash, though this is a smart approach to cleaning those pesky spaces where your teeth meet and go under your gums. The patients love it because they can do it themselves so easily and effectively.
Step-by-Step to a Perfect Power Swish
Our Discovery Dental & Implants team suggests the simple routine below.
1. Select Your Solution:
- Saline solution (warm, natural, and gentle)
- Antimicrobial mouthwash that contains no alcohol
- Prescription rinse if our team prescribes it
- The Procedure:
Begin with a fresh solution and follow these steps:
- Take an adequate amount in your mouth
- Tilt your head slightly to one side
- Swish vigorously for 30 seconds
- Concentrate on moving the liquid between your teeth
- Repeat on the other side
- Total time: 1-2 minutes
Benefits You Will Notice:
- Healthier, pinker gums
- Fresh breath
- Reduced plaque formation
- Reduced pain from gums
Greater interdental cleaning
When to Power Swish
Our Discovery Dental & Implants patients find the greatest benefit when doing this schedule:
- After breakfast in the morning
- After the last meal at night
- After having sweetened beverages or sweets
- If you cannot brush after any meals
Power Swishing Tips
Our Las Vegas dental professionals make power swishing even more effective:
- Warm, not hot or cold, solutions help for comfort
- Avoid eating and drinking for 30 minutes after
- Establish a routine
- Change solutions each time
When to Know It Is Working
The following will tell you when your power swishing is working effectively:
- Gums appear healthier
- You feel cleaner in your mouth
- Morning breath appears to improve
- Blood loss is reduced while brushing
- Food debris seems to come out easily
When to See Us
While maintenance is possible by power swishing, for any issue, schedule with Discovery Dental & Implants in Las Vegas.
- Persistent bleeding of the gums
- The gums become sensitive to gentle provocation
- The gum color changes
- Maligned breath persists
Interested in Mastering Your Craft?
On your next appointment with Discovery Dental & Implants, ask us to illustrate the perfect power swish technique. We will lead you to the right method and perfect your technique.
Remember, healthy teeth are a collaboration of your care at home and our care here in the office. Begin power swishing today, and notice the change when you return for your next appointment with us here in Las Vegas!
Would you like to learn more about oral hygiene in your own home? Give Discovery Dental & Implants a call. We can help make that smile healthy and at its best!
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