Hablamos Español (opens in a new tab)

305-447-1447
Contact Us

Dr. John Paul Gallardo

Periodontics and Implant Dentistry

  • About
    • Meet Dr. Gallardo
    • Our Office
    • Our Bilingual Office
    • In The News
    • What Are My Options?
    • Why us
    • Location
  • Dental Emergency
  • Services
    • Dental Implants
      • Implants Overview
      • Dental Implant Repair
      • Dentures Vs. Implants
      • Single Tooth Replacement
      • Multiple Teeth Replacement
      • Full Teeth Replacement
      • All-on-4® Implants
      • Metal-Free Dental Implants
      • Teethxpress
      • Implant Failure Treatment
    • Gum Treatments
      • The Pinhole Surgical Technique
      • Laser Periodontal Therapy
      • Alloderm
      • Non-Surgical Methods
      • Periodontal Plastic Surgery
    • Cosmetic & Hygiene
      • Dental Crown Lengthening
      • Laser Gum Depigmentation
      • Lip Repositioning
      • Teeth Cleaning
      • Invisalign
      • Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics
      • Professional Teeth Whitening
    • Oral Surgery
      • Bone Grafting
      • Jaw Surgery
      • Treatment Options
      • TMJ Disorder
      • Wisdom Teeth Removal
    • Technology Offered
      • Plasma Rich Growth Factors
      • Sedation Dentistry
      • Oral Cancer Screening
      • Oral DNA Testing
    • Endodontics
      • Dental Bridges
      • Dental Crowns
      • Full & Partial Dentures
      • Root Canal Treatment
      • Tooth Extraction
  • Photos
  • Reviews
    • RealSelf Reviews
    • Online Reviews
    • Solution Reach Reviews
    • Testimonial Videos
  • For Patients
    • Common Questions
    • Virtual Consultation
    • Out of Town Patients
    • Dental Financing
    • Dental Warranty
    • Educational Videos
    • Medical History Form (opens in a new tab)
    • Patient Referral
    • Pre & Post-Operative Instructions
    • Registration Form
    • Pay Your Bill Online
  • For Dentists
    • Patient Referral
    • Newsletter
    • Why You Should Trust Us
CALL
EMAIL

Proper Brushing & Flossing

Proper prevention of many oral and dental diseases begins with the patient. Daily hygiene measures, including twice-daily brushing and flossing, are essential for clean teeth and overall good health.

Brushing

The first step in tooth brushing is finding a toothbrush that fits your mouth and has comfortable bristles. Manual and electric toothbrushes work equally well as long as the person understands how to use them.

Brushing should last for 2-3 minutes. A good rule of thumb is to divide the mouth into quadrants and spend at least 30 seconds brushing each. Make sure to brush the front and back of each tooth, the gums, and the tongue. Most dentists recommend that you brush at least twice a day to prevent plaque buildup.

It is important to replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months as they lose their effectiveness over time.

Flossing

Flossing is as essential as brushing because it removes plaque between the teeth and at the gum line, areas where a toothbrush cannot reach. The process is often ignored, but should be done immediately after brushing.

The American Dental Hygienists Association suggest that you wind an 18 inch string of floss around each of your middle fingers until you are left with a 1-2 inch taut section of floss between each finger. The floss should gently slide between each tooth, up and down each tooth surface, and against the gum line. A clean section of floss should be used for each tooth.

Is Mouthwash Necessary?

Mouthwash is a helpful item, but not necessarily essential to overall oral health. It can freshen breath, kill bacteria, and remove particles left in the mouth after flossing. Some mouthwashes contain alcohol which may irritate some people, especially those who suffer from dry mouth. It may be necessary to consult a dentist regarding whether or not you should use mouthwash.

In addition to brushing and flossing, it is also important to have a yearly cleaning and exam from a dentist. He or she will be able to catch and diagnose any problems you may have and propose a treatment plan.

At Gallardo Periodontics and Implant Dentistry of Miami, Florida, we are dedicated to helping our patients achieve healthy, beautiful, confident and fully functioning smiles. Call today for an appointment: (305) 447-1447.

Contact Us

  • By submitting this form I agree to the Terms of Use.
  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Before All-on-4 ® Dental Implants photo After All-on-4 ® Dental Implants photo
View more All-on-4 ® Dental Implants before and after photos

Reviews

  • My experience with Dr. Gallardo was great. I had no pain after my tooth extraction and bone grafting procedure. I was pleased with how fast my…

    • 5 stars
  • Amazing! Removed my 4 wisdom teeth, had no pain and didn't get swollen at all after.

    • 5 stars
  • I recently had a tooth extraction with bone graft. Dr. Gallardo was excellent! I'm so glad I found him online. My recovery went really smoothly…

    • 5 stars

Our Doctors Are Featured In

Modern Luxury Miami

Univision

Quick Links

  • About
  • Blog
  • Services
  • Gallery
  • Reviews
  • For Patients
  • Patient Referral
  • Contact Us

Contact Details

  • 2020 SW 27th Ave Miami,
    Florida 33145
  • 305-447-1447
Facebook (opens in a new tab) Twitter (opens in a new tab) Instagram (opens in a new tab) Youtube (opens in a new tab)

Location Map

Location Map(opens in a new tab)

Proud of our Reputation

RealSelf
Yelp
Healthgrades

© Copyright 2021. Dr. John Paul Gallardo. Periodontics and Implant Dentistry.
Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Sitemap (opens in a new tab)