Our teeth and gums are integral to overall health & well-being, as your dentist has probably told you on numerous occasions and in this short article, we offer tips on the best oral health practices for you to follow.
- Brushing – Take the time to choose a suitable toothbrush; one with a small head and medium-soft bristles; the correct brushing technique will remove most of the food residue. There are some cool animations online that clearly show how to correctly brush your teeth. Brushing should take place after every meal and before and after sleep.
- Flossing – Just as important as brushing, flossing removes food particles that are trapped between teeth. If you need any cosmetic dentistry, talk to VTS Dental Labs and see what they can do for you. Flossing needs to be done after every brush, which should be followed by a rinse with antiseptic mouthwash.
- Rinsing with mouthwash – Choose a good antiseptic mouthwash and rinse after every brush and also after eating snacks. Tooth decay occurs when we do not remove all of the food particles, which is one reason to rinse numerous times a day.
- Wear a mouthguard when playing contact sports – It is oh so easy to lose a tooth if you play a team sport; wearing a plastic mouthguard protects your teeth from injury. The latest generation of sport mouthguards can be immersed in hot water to make them supple, then put in the mouth to form to the shape of your teeth and gums.
- Visit your dentist twice a year – Take a proactive stance and make sure that you see your local dentist every 6 months and should there ever be any minor issues, the dentist can carry out prompt treatment. Don’t be one of those people who only see their dentist when they have toothache, as this usually means frequent problems. It is normal for the clinic to send a patient an SMS to remind them of their check-up schedule.
Be careful with what you eat and how you eat it and your teeth will thank you and we hope that the above tips help you take good care of your oral health.
