HOW TO HAVE PERFECT ORAL HEALTH

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To have good dental hygiene, it is not enough to just brush your teeth, there is another series of practical tips that you can implement to combat the formation of cavities and prevent gum diseases, such as gingivitis and periodontitis, diseases caused by the accumulation of bacteria in the teeth. teeth that form a hard, porous substance called calculus or tartar. In addition to being painful or leading to serious infections, tooth decay and gum disease can contribute to worsening heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory disease.

 

Mouth brushing

The first thing you should do to have good dental hygiene is to get a toothbrush with soft bristles and that adapts to the size of your mouth, which is recommended to change every three months. Mouth brushing should include the teeth, gums, and tongue and should be done at least three times a day. Clean each and every one of the dental pieces on the outside and inside. The correct technique for a good brushing of the external part consists of moving the toothbrush with a vertical sweeping movement for both the upper and lower teeth, that is, from the gums down (upper teeth) or from the gums up ( Down teeths). Do this move at least 12 to 13 times.

Brushing the teeth or molars and premolars generally requires more care, due to the multiple grooves they have and because they tend to accumulate a large amount of dental plaque.

The correct way of cleaning is through circular movements. As for cleaning the tongue, it is advisable to brush it from the top down, avoiding sudden movements that can hurt the sensitivity of the tongue.

 

Flossing

After brushing your teeth, it is recommended to floss between your teeth, so that you can remove any remaining food that is in the interproximal area, that is, between adjoining teeth. This prevents the formation of bacterial plaque and periodontal diseases.

 

Mouthwash

There is currently a wide variety of mouthwashes on the market that will help you not only eliminate bacteria and microorganisms that cause cavities and bad breath, but also remineralize tooth enamel.

 

Regular visit to the dentist

Make at least 1 annual visit to your dentist to carry out a much deeper examination of your mouth and detect the early appearance of any type of incident.

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