“Behind every smile there’s teeth” – Confucius
Don’t we all want our smiles to be our most attractive feature?
Well, then we’ve got to look after our teeth.
Wondering how you can do just that?
Here are some best practices that you may find helpful to maintain the health of your teeth:
1. Brush Your Teeth Regularly (and Properly)
Regular brushing is the key to healthy teeth – we all know that.
But did you know that improper brushing is just as bad as not brushing at all?
It can lead to tartar or plaque buildup — a major cause of gum disease. To avoid this, apply medium pressure and move the toothbrush in small, circular motions.
Also, regardless of how exhausted you are, never go to bed without cleaning your teeth.
2. Take Care Of Your Tongue
Just like your teeth, plaque can also accumulate on your tongue, causing foul breath as well as other oral health issues.
Don’t forget to clean your tongue gently every time you brush your teeth.
3. Flossing Is Important
This is a habit that many people, unfortunately, tend to ignore. That’s because they think that flossing is only helpful for getting rid of pieces of food stuck in your mouth. Wrong!
It is also a way to stimulate the gums, remove plaque, and reduce inflammation in the region.
Practice daily flossing to remove plaque in places between the teeth that a regular toothbrush cannot reach.
4. Be Mindful Of Your Diet
Your dietary choices have a direct impact on your dental health. If you consume too many starchy and sugary foods, you exponentially increase your chances of developing tooth decay.
Tooth decay occurs when the tissues of your gums and teeth are attacked by acidity caused by bacteria encountering sugar from what you consume.
Try limiting your consumption of:
- Soda
- Candy
- Pasta
- Chips
5. Use A Mouthwash
Of course, mouthwash cannot substitute brushing and flossing. However, it does complement them by reducing oral acidity, mineralizing teeth, and efficiently cleaning the gums and teeth.
Preferably, use a mouthwash recommended by your dentist.
6. Drink Water
Drinking plenty of water is not only beneficial to your overall health but also specifically to your dental health. It aids in rinsing sticky and acidic food residue from the mouth.
7. Don’t Skip Your Dentist Appointments
You might be the most dedicated flosser and brusher, but you still need to see your dentist regularly.
At a minimum, pay a visit to your dental clinic at least twice a year. It will enable your dentist to detect and treat any dental disease before it affects your teeth and gums.
Your Plan Of Action
Whenever you have concerns regarding the health of your gums or teeth, waste no time in seeing a dentist!
At Beauty Smile Orthodontics, expert dentists employ cutting-edge technology to provide the best dental treatment possible.
Let us put a smile on your face. Contact us to book your appointment today!