10 WAYS TO KEEP TEETH HEALTHY
Brushing twice with proper method
Brushing your teeth twice, morning and before going to bed helps to maintain them.
But it is very important to brush properly with proper method and not aggressively rather harming them always rinse your mouth first and then start brushing.
Modified bass technique is the prefer method use to maintain oral hygiene
Refer to your dentist for further information if facing any problem.
Rinse after meal
It very necessary to rinse after every meal and any small snack break. The food particles stick to your teeth leading to cavities further. Atleast rinsing them can keep avoid sticking of food particles.
Use of floss
Floss plays an important role in daily oral hygiene routine.
Dental floss is a cord of thin filaments used to remove food and dental plaque from between teeth in areas a toothbrush is unable to reach. The use of floss is commonly recommended in order to prevent the build-up of plaque.
Use of fluoride
Use of fluoridated tooth paste is very important. Brushing your teeth with a toothpaste containing fluoride helps to prevent tooth decay. which offers resistance to the bacterial acids, fluoride also has antibacterial properties and promotes Re-mineralization in which the effect of de-mineralization is reversed.
Avoid sugary food and acidic drink
After you eat a sugary snack or meal, the sugars cause the bacteria to release acids that attack tooth’s enamel. Acidic drink usually act to dissolve calcium and phosphate, two minerals that strengthen teeth. That can cause the enamel to wear away, which makes your teeth more sensitive and prone to decay. The fuzzy sensation when you’ve consumed an acidic drink is one sign of this.
Avoid smoking
Healthy teeth need healthy gums. Smoking reduces blood flow to the gums, which both causes and hides the signs of gum disease.
Smoking leads to losing your teeth natural color and makes your breath smell bad. It also reduces saliva production that in turn affects your teeth. So quit smoking, avoid your tooth turning yellow, and stay away from a number of health issues.
Eat calcium rich food
Calcium-rich foods, such as low-fat or fat-free milk, yogurt and cheese, fortified soy drinks and tofu, canned salmon, almonds and dark green leafy vegetables help promote strong teeth and bones. Phosphorus, found in eggs, fish, lean meat, dairy, nuts and beans is good for strong teeth
Use of sealants
Dental sealant is a thin, plastic coating painted on the chewing surfaces of teeth — usually the back teeth (the premolars and molars) — to prevent tooth decay. The sealant quickly bonds into the depressions and grooves of the teeth, forming a protective shield over the enamel of each tooth for further information talk to your dentist.
Drink plenty of water
When it comes to overall oral health, plain old water is definitely your friend. Water washes away food particles from the lips, gums, teeth and tongue, along with the sugary remains of other beverages. One of the best things you can do for your teeth is swish a generous amount of water whenever possible throughout the day. If sugar lingers on the teeth without rinsing, it creates the ideal environment for the sort of bacteria that cause tooth decay
Visit your dentist for regular checkups
Visiting a dentist for a regular dental checkup is utmost important and it must be an inevitable part of your dental hygiene maintenance.
These tips can help you to maintain your dental hygiene naturally and effortlessly. However, do not skip visiting your dentist at least once in 3 months.
