It is important to maintain oral hygiene for a good oral health and overall health. This will ensure that teeth and gums are stronger and you are at less risk for developing dental problems such as gum infections, cavities, and bad breath.
Tips by private dentist to take care of your teeth:
Brush Twice A Day:
Brushing your teeth is the basic activity for oral hygiene. It is best to brush twice a day for two minutes each, once in the morning and once in the evening. You can also brush after meals, but wait for the 30 minutes after the meals are finished specially if you have consumed sugar or acidic foods. For good results, you should use fluoride toothpaste. Brushing removes the plaque and debris from your mouth and prevent your mouth from cavities and gum diseases. Don’t brush too hard as it can erode the tooth enamel and cause sensitivity. There is a method of brushing that you should adopt so that you can make the most out of it. Brush your teeth by a soft-bristled toothbrush and angle it at 45 degrees to your gums. Now gently move the brush in circular motions, to clean all surfaces of your teeth. You should brush for two minutes, thus dedicating about 30 seconds on each of the four quadrant of your mouth. Followed by teeth, you should also brush your tongues to remove bacteria.
Flossing:
Once you have brushed your teeth, its time to floss. Flossing is crucial to maintain good state of oral hygiene. As it prevents gum infections, cavities, bad breath and other issues by reducing the risk of plaque buildup. As Brush cannot reach every corner of your mouth, so the debris and left over food is remained between the spaces of teeth. This can cause bad breath, so flossing dislodge this food. Thus preventing your teeth from cavities and gum infection. But flossing should be done carefully as doing it with incorrect technique, it can hurt your gums.
It is being recommended to floss atleast once a day, before going to bed. It removes the food particles and bacteria between spaces of mouth thus preventing thriving of bacteria overnight. But it should be done using the correct technique as it may hurt the gums and make them bleed. The flossing is safe for people but individuals with braces, dental implants, gum diseases like gingivitis should consult with their dentist prior to start flossing.
Mouthwash:
Mouthwash is an oral hygiene liquid that aims to reduce plaque, combat gingivitis and freshen your breath. It also prevents bad breath and also kill the bacteria in the mouth. You should consider the opinion of your dentist as there are many mouthwash available in the market. Dentist will tell the best mouthwash for your oral health. Always remember you only had to swish the mouthwash and do not swallow it.
Mouthwash contains antimicrobial agents like chlorhexidine or cetylpyridinium chloride that target bacteria in the mouth. In addition, it can also contain fluoride to help prevent cavities and strengthen tooth enamel. It offers additional benefits than brushing and flossing and is rather helpful for individuals with gum infections, braces or dental implants. You may consult your emergency dentist to choose a mouthwash that addresses your specific needs as there are tons of mouthwash available in market. For good results one should gargle mouth with mouthwash twice a day, once in the morning and again in the night before going to bed. Remember, excessive use of mouthwash can cause dryness in mouth.
Say No To Sugar:
Intake of sugar in any form destroys your oral health and have a harmful effect on teeth and gums by feeding bacteria that produce acids. It also promotes plaque buildup which can cause gingivitis. This condition can also be advanced such as periodontitis which can destroy both teeth and gums. Items such as soda, sports drinks, and candies can erode your tooth enamel which can result into sensitivity.
When you eat sugar in any form, the bacteria present in the mouth produces acids that can erode enamel, thus promotes the formation of cavities. For good oral health, one should limit the intake of sugary foods and drinks such as beverages, soda, and candies. To minimize the effect, you should rinse your mouth with water after having these items. In addition you can also brush properly twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, floss regularly, and gargle your mouth with a mouthwash which will prevent plaque buildup.
Stay Hydrated:
When you drink water it washes away the bacteria that can cause tooth decay and gum infections. Moreover, it also combat bad breath. Drinking water is also good for overall health. You can also chew sugar-free gums to promote the production of saliva. This will reduce the risk of tooth decay.
By following these simple tips you can distance yourself from common oral diseases faced my millions of people around the globe.
