Best Ways to Take Care of Your Gums
                     BEST WAYS TO 
TAKE CARE OF 
YOUR GUMS 
Healthy gums should be slightly 
firm and a pinkish color.
They should also hug your teeth 
tightly and be free from pain.
Bleeding, swelling and changes 
in the color are signs of potential 
gum disease. 
When you notice changes 
in your gums, it is best to 
start with a checkup at 
our office.
You can also use these 
oral hygiene practices to 
get healthier gums.
FLOSS 
EVERY DAY
Your teeth and gums 
have areas that 
normal toothbrush 
bristles do not reach.
For instance, your gums 
have a slight space, 
between them and the 
teeth, that traps plaque.
Flossing helps to 
make sure these 
areas are clean. 
You can experiment with 
different types of floss to 
find one that feels 
comfortable. 
Some people like tape floss that has a smooth glide. 
Others prefer to use a floss pick that is easier to handle.
Water flossers are another 
option that you can explore. 
The main idea is to clean the 
area between your gums and 
teeth at least once a day.
You can do it more if you’d 
like, but be sure to also use 
the appropriate technique.
BRUSH AFTER 
MEALS
The American Dental Association 
currently recommends brushing your 
teeth twice a day.
Morning and night are the best times 
to brush your teeth, but you can also 
add a third time after lunch. 
Make sure to use a gentle amount of 
pressure, with short circular motions 
on your teeth.
Also make sure that you are brushing 
near the gum line on the front and 
back of each tooth. 
USE A SOFT 
TOOTHBRUSH
Brushing too hard, or using the wrong 
toothbrush, can damage your gums. 
These soft tissues of your mouth 
can be scratched by an improper 
brushing technique.
They can also recede over time 
if you aggressively brush.
To prevent hurting your gums, use a soft-
bristled toothbrush.
Most toothbrushes are labeled with how 
hard or soft the bristles are.
Keep in mind that the bristles do get 
harder and wear out over time. 
You should change your toothbrush 
out every three to four months.
You can do this sooner if you notice that 
the bristles look frayed or feel rough.
ASK ABOUT 
MOUTHWASH
There are two kinds of 
mouthwashes available.
Some are merely cosmetic and 
provide benefits such as 
giving you minty fresh breath. 
The other type is therapeutic. 
These contain ingredients 
that actively fight bacteria 
and plaque buildup that lead 
to gum disease.
During your visit, let us know 
what kind of mouthwash you 
use. 
While you may be fine using a cosmetic version, 
we can also recommend therapeutic types that 
help keep gums healthier.
If we prescribe a mouthwash to treat gum 
disease, then make sure to use it exactly as we 
outlined in your treatment plan.
GET REGULAR 
CLEANINGS
Taking care of your gums 
is a team effort. 
While you can do your part, it is 
nearly impossible to reach around 
and underneath the gum line safely 
with normal brushes and floss.
Our dental cleanings are designed 
to remove plaque from these areas. 
We can also do deeper cleanings 
that help to reduce pockets that 
develop around your gums that 
contribute to disease.
You may need to make a few changes to 
your current oral hygiene routine to take 
care of your gums, but the effort is worth it. 
Try making one simple change a week, until 
you have an excellent gum care routine.
Noble Dental Care is a family oriented dental 
care clinic with dentists that care about you 
and your health.
Give us the opportunity to give you the 
smile of your dreams.
1980 East Baseline Road #101, 
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 820-3515
[email protected]
https://www.nobledentalcare.com/