Care for Teeth

Teeth diseases may lead to diabetes, heart disease, and abortion.
So, better be safe than sorry as far as teeth are concerned.

Here are a few tips that can help you and beloved ones in taking care of teeth.

BRUSHING:

Brush at least twice a day.
Brush as soon as possible after eating.

Use a toothbrush which has dried out since last being used or was soaked in hydrogen peroxide.
Use a toothpaste for sensitive teeth; avoid abrasive toothpastes that can wear down teeth and gums.
Avoid sticking bristles into tube of toothpaste.
Wipe off opening of toothpaste tube after dispensing.

Keep your back straight.
Place the toothbrush at your gum-line.
Brush in small gentle circles.
Brush one or two teeth at a time.
Brush the outside of your teeth.
Brush the inside of your teeth.
Brush your chewing surfaces with a firm back-and-forth motion.
Brush for at least 2-3 minutes.
Rinse your mouth with water.

Place bristle end of toothbrush into hydrogen peroxide.
Spray bristle end of toothbrush with an antiseptic spray.
Rinse with mouthwash.

Start using a new toothbrush at least every 3-4 months.

FLOSSING:

Floss at least once a day.
Floss as soon as possible after eating.

After flossing between two teeth, get the floss out by pulling one end out to the side, vice pulling both ends straight up or down, especially next to crowns/caps.

EATING:

Do not over-eat high-sugar snacks between meals.

CHECK-UPS:

Get regular check-ups from a dentist at least twice a year.

BLEACHING:

Don't do it if you're pregnant or nursing.

IF YOU KNOCK OUT A TOOTH:

Wash it off and put it back in its place or place it in a cup of water or milk, and rush to a dentist as soon as possible. 

IF YOU LOSE A FILLING:

Chew up some sugarless gum and place it where the filling was, so that it reduces discomfort until the filling is replaced.

IF BRACES ARE RECOMMENDED:

Ask your dentist/orthodontist about Viazis braces (triangular and smaller than traditional braces) which appear to move the teeth faster.