Tips to keep teeth healthy
Brush regularly and twice a day to maintain healthy teeth. Spend at least 2 or 3 minutes while brushing Always use a soft tooth brush and a fluoride containing toothpaste,
Change your tooth brush every three months.
The best way to brush is by placing your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle against your gums and gently by moving it in a circular motion, rather than a back-and-forth motion.
Grip the toothbrush like a pencil so you wont scrub too hard.
Floss your teeth once daily.
Use mouthwash twice a day
Make sure it is alcohol-free. Most over-the-counter mouthwashes have too much alcohol, which can dry out the tissues in your mouth, making them more susceptible to bacteria.
Or Use salt in warm water and rinse your mouth for a minute every day.
Swish thoroughly around and between teeth for one minute then spit out
Eat fibrous food like fruits and vegetables
Drink milk and other natural liquids.
Foods that are firm or crisp help clean teeth as they are eaten. Like apples (otherwise known as natures toothbrush) other choices include raw carrots, celery, and popcorn.
Avoid junk food, cold drinks and midnight snacks
Avoid smoking, alcohol intake and chewing tobacco.
Avoid using cold water after eating hot foods or vice versa as this can make your teeth sensitive and weak.
- Rinse your mouth after every meal
- Chew xylitol containing chewing gum after meals
- Clean your tongue daily with tongue scraper every morning to remove tongue plaque and freshen your breath.
One major cause of bad breath is the build up of bacteria on the tongue, which a daily tongue scraping will help banish.
Visit your dentist regularly, preferably after every six months.