{"id":187,"date":"2020-04-03T04:02:49","date_gmt":"2020-04-03T04:02:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/blog\/?p=187"},"modified":"2026-07-02T12:58:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T19:58:25","slug":"home-care-in-quarantine-dentist-bellingham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/blog\/home-care-in-quarantine-dentist-bellingham\/","title":{"rendered":"Keeping Clean in Quarantine: Making the Most of Your Oral Hygiene Supplies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What\u2019s the right amount of toothpaste to use? How much floss should you take out of the container? These are important questions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing and limiting trips to the store are key. It\u2019s more important than ever to use your oral hygiene tools efficiently while still maintaining great oral health. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dentist in Bellingham<\/a> has some tips to keep you smiling while conserving your supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Making the Best of What You Have<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While being efficient about how you\u2019re using your oral appliances and hygiene supplies, it\u2019s important to make sure that you\u2019re still taking good care of yourself. Following the proper guidelines for your dental care will help to conserve what you have while keeping your smile bright and healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toothpaste Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brushing your teeth for two minutes, twice a day is integral to your oral health. When brushing, it\u2019s important to use the right amount of toothpaste to keep your teeth strong and healthy. For adults, using a pea-sized amount of toothpaste is all you need. Young children only need a smear of toothpaste about the size of a rice grain. Children are prone to using too much toothpaste which can actually be harmful to their enamel in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Correct Floss Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s recommended that you use about 18 inches of floss at a time. That amount of floss is more than enough to wrap around your fingers while leaving about an inch to clean between your teeth. Using any more than 18 inches is simply a waste of floss. However, using too little floss can mean re-exposing your teeth and gums to the particles you just removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proper Mouthwash Technique<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When using mouthwash, you\u2019ll want to make sure that you use about four teaspoons of the product at a time. Be sure to swish for at least thirty seconds to help rid your mouth of bacteria in places you missed while brushing and flossing. When used alongside proper brushing and flossing technique, mouthwash can be a great tool in your dental arsenal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important to make sure that you\u2019re keeping up on your oral hygiene. By following these tips and conserving your hygiene supplies, you\u2019re keeping you and your family safe while maximizing your smile. Make your hygiene tools last and you\u2019re setting yourself up for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Patients at Young Dental Advanced Dental Arts benefit from two dentists and an anesthesiologist who are passionate about improving people\u2019s lives by enhancing their oral health. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/meet-dr-young.html\">Dr. Young<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/meet-dr-montileaux.html\">Dr. Montileaux<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/meet-dr-pfeiffer.html\">Dr. Pfeiffer<\/a> collaborate to offer a comprehensive menu of services, including cosmetic procedures, to meet your family\u2019s unique needs under one roof. They take the time to get to know your unique concerns and goals, then provide customized services to address them. You can request an appointment on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>&nbsp;or call <a href=\"tel:+13606760642\">(360) 676-0642<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"What\u2019s the right amount of toothpaste to use? How much floss should you take out of the container? These are important questions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, social distancing and limiting trips to the store are key. It\u2019s more important than ever to use your oral hygiene tools efficiently while still maintaining great oral health. 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