The next time you stop to talk to someone, notice how you are first struck by the appearance of his/her mouth and teeth. It is just the way our brain works. Often it forces us to take in unsavory details including remnants of the person’s last meal (stuck between his/her teeth) or black gum-lines. Moreover, poor dental hygiene causes bacteria that produce acid, which results in embarrassing, bad breath.
Dental health can be achieved with three simple steps: brush, floss, and regular gum-care.
We all know just how important it is to properly clean and care for your teeth, and you might want to consider using state-of-the-art technology, such as Philips Sonicare Toothbrush, to get the best results possible. Let’s take a closer look at the 3 golden rules of oral hygiene.
When you are getting out of bed and into bed, remember to brush your teeth. Thoroughly cleaning your teeth should take somewhere between 2 to 2½ minutes. However, it is to note that aggressive brushing will damage the tooth enamel, so it is important that you don’t brush too hard, which is another reason to consider a cutting-edge toothbrush like the Philips Sonicare Toothbrush. Vertical movement of the toothbrush is actually better than brushing in a circular motion. This is because circular movements tend to irritate gums by brushing against them- and not away from. So for example if you are brushing your upper teeth, you should move your hand from top to bottom (starting from above the gum line), when brushing the lower – it is the opposite (starting from below the gum line).
Flossing is an important part of oral hygiene. Regular flossing protects your mouth against decay and odor-causing bacteria. It is important to floss before bedtime and in between meals. If you have tight spaces between your teeth – waxed floss will be easier for you to use.
A variety of flossing strings and picks are available to suit your needs. Rechargeable holder sticks make it possible to floss with ease, using only one hand.
Monitoring closely the state of your gums will allow early detection of a possible gum disease. It is all too easy for gingivitis and gum disease to go unnoticed for far too long, and that can lead to periodontis or other serious and costly problems. If you experience bleeding gums, shaky teeth or notice inflammation or swelling of gums , you should consult your dentist without delaying. Of course, instead of having to manage serious dental issues after they occur, it much smarter and easier to simply prevent them to begin with. Good dental habits are not only good for decay-free teeth laced with fresh breath, but they also make financial sense by keeping dental visits (and bills) low. What would we do without teeth? How would we chew food for digestion?
Without teeth we could easily choke on big chunks of food, and experience major digestion problems. Having strong, healthy teeth allow us to eat whatever we want without any difficulty or pain. Let us take care of our teeth , and respect the 3 golden rules as a sign of our gratitude.
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