Maintaining a perfect set of teeth is not easy
to pull off, it’s actually a lot of work. Your teeth are some of the hardest
working parts of your body—they need care as much as any other body part, if
not more for their visibility and importance in a holistic and social context.
Here are a few simple ways you can ensure your teeth will always be in good
shape.
Brush and floss your teeth regularly. Brushing and flossing ensure that your teeth are
clean and that there are no visible debris left for a colony of bacteria to
feed on and form plaque, and eventually cause tooth decay. You need to brush at
least twice a day, usually after meals. Choose toothbrushes with small heads
and soft bristles so you can get better access to your back teeth; softer
bristles are gentler on your gums. A thorough brushing will take two to three
minutes.
Improve your diet. Teeth get their most damage from foods.
If your usual diet is generally unhealthy, try to change your diet that
is kinder to your teeth. Limit the amount of acidic drinks that you consume
like soft drinks and fruit juices; these soften the tooth and dissolve tooth
enamel. Also, reduce your intake of sugary food. Bacteria that cause tooth
decay and plaque feed on the sugar in them.
Regular Dental Check-ups. A dentist would be able to find out if there are any
emerging dental problems. They can also do a thorough cleaning of your teeth,
much more thorough than a daily brushing can do, so make sure, along with daily
brushing and flossing, a regular visit to your dentist becomes part of your
oral maintenance schedule.
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