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How to Care for Your Teeth
Brushing Your Teeth
Use a dry bristle brush for the first two minutes of cleaning
Spend time moving the bristles at and below the gum line, where it is most important to clean.
Floss Your Teeth
Use a tongue scraper.
Use Mouth Wash
Choose Your Foods Wisely
Avoid snacking constantly.
Visit the dentist
Visit your dentist at least every six months and every time that you have a problem with your teeth
Tips ----
Replace your toothbrush every three months.
Use mouth wash after brushing.
Drink acidic beverages (such as juice and soda) with a straw. The liquid will not contact your teeth, and therefore, not decay the enamel.
Chewing gum between meals, especially if the gum is sweetened with xylitol, helps keep your mouth moist, and your teeth cleaner, both of which are good for your teeth.
When you use mouthwash, use as directed on the bottle, read all instructions BEFORE using the product.
Floss your teeth before brushing. This is so that plaque from the outside and inside surfaces of the teeth gets dislodged too be killed when you brush.
Don't forget to brush the back of your tongue and the upper palate of your mouth.
Try and drink milk, as it is high in calcium. Calcium helps bones and teeth to grow stronger.
After having an especially sugary drink, washing your mouth out with water or milk will help get rid of harmful acids.
Spend extra time on the back teeth along the gum-line, holding the bristles at a 45 degree angle pointing toward the gums, as plaque and other bacteria can build up easily there because of your saliva stream.
Brushing Your Teeth
Use a dry bristle brush for the first two minutes of cleaning
Spend time moving the bristles at and below the gum line, where it is most important to clean.
Floss Your Teeth
Use a tongue scraper.
Use Mouth Wash
Choose Your Foods Wisely
Avoid snacking constantly.
Visit the dentist
Visit your dentist at least every six months and every time that you have a problem with your teeth
Tips ----
Replace your toothbrush every three months.
Use mouth wash after brushing.
Drink acidic beverages (such as juice and soda) with a straw. The liquid will not contact your teeth, and therefore, not decay the enamel.
Chewing gum between meals, especially if the gum is sweetened with xylitol, helps keep your mouth moist, and your teeth cleaner, both of which are good for your teeth.
When you use mouthwash, use as directed on the bottle, read all instructions BEFORE using the product.
Floss your teeth before brushing. This is so that plaque from the outside and inside surfaces of the teeth gets dislodged too be killed when you brush.
Don't forget to brush the back of your tongue and the upper palate of your mouth.
Try and drink milk, as it is high in calcium. Calcium helps bones and teeth to grow stronger.
After having an especially sugary drink, washing your mouth out with water or milk will help get rid of harmful acids.
Spend extra time on the back teeth along the gum-line, holding the bristles at a 45 degree angle pointing toward the gums, as plaque and other bacteria can build up easily there because of your saliva stream.