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What Common Mistakes Should I Avoid in Caring for My Teeth?


Posted on 5/15/2024 by Giri Palani
Caring for your teeth is like giving them a daily dose of love. It should not feel like a chore but a bit of self-care for your smile. However, there are costly mistakes you should avoid when caring for your teeth. They include:

A Quick Brushing

We all rush in the morning, but a quick brush might be doing our teeth a disservice. Taking a couple of minutes not only helps get rid of the morning breath but also prevents cavities and keeps our gums clean and healthy.

Forgetting the Floss

Flossing might not be the most exciting part of our routine, but our teeth need this important step. Skipping it lets bacteria sit in the spaces the toothbrush cannot reach, and that can lead to plaque.

Having a Sweet Tooth

We get it - sugar is hard to resist. But too much can lead to poor oral health, such as cavities or worse. Keep the sweet treats in check, and consider swapping them for crunchy fruits and veggies. Your taste buds might be skeptical, but your teeth will appreciate the switch.

Late-Night Snacking

Late-night cravings are a thing, but snacking before bed can be terrible for your dental health. Our saliva production slows at night, leaving our teeth vulnerable to trouble. If hunger strikes, go for water instead of a snack. Your mouth will thank you for the hydration, and your teeth get a break.

DIY Dentistry

The internet has endless ideas, but DIY dentistry is not something you should consider. Those at-home fixes can be a bit too harsh on our enamel, causing more harm than good. Leave the dental work to the experts who know what they are doing. Tour teeth will benefit greatly from the professional touch.

Ignoring Red Flags

Bleeding gums or persistent bad breath are your teeth crying out for help. Do not ignore these symptoms, as they are telling you it is time for a dental appointment. Catching issues early can save you from bigger dental issues later on. Contact our office today for a consultation.

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At Palani Center for Dental Implants, we believe every patient is unique, so we combine compassion and expertise to create an enjoyable, stress-free and uniquely tailored dental experience for every one of our guests. Dr. Giri Palani has built a practice by routinely providing dental implants, cosmetic dental services and porcelain veneers, tailored to our individual patients. Pairing our innovative, state-of-the-art technology with excellent patient care, we’ve become one of the most respected and top-rated dental facilities in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Come in and see how our principles of knowledge, respect, compassion, comfort and integrity combine to create truly beautiful, lasting results!


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Dr. Giri Palani


Since graduating from Marquette University School of Dentistry and completing a residency with Cedars-Sinai Hospital, during which he served as chief resident in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at UCLA, Dr. Giri Palani, DDS, FICOI has led the way in cosmetic and implant dentistry. Featuring cutting-edge technology, his Palani Center for Dental Implants has created not only healthier smiles but healthier lives, as well.

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Ready to create the smile you have always wanted? With Dr. Palani’s holistic practices, compassion and eye for detail, we are committed to providing you with exceptional dental care. Call us today to book a comfortable and convenient appointment.




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