A very big factor in getting that winning smile is having a perfect set of pearly whites. A strong, perfectly white set of teeth is always a good way to charm anyone. Nothing can be more off-putting than seeing a pretty woman or a handsome man smile, only to find that their teeth are yellow or perhaps, crooked.

Aside from making you look good, teeth are also very important in your day-to-day living. After all, teeth are what you use to tear through your food. Without them, you might as well be sucking liquids or eating very soft fruits for the rest of your life. Teeth are also important in forensics and identification; people who have been burned beyond recognition are oftentimes identified solely through their dental records.

Contrary to what some people think, teeth are not bones. Rather, they’re made of tissues of varying density and hardness. For this reason, they are very much vulnerable to damage and decay. The sad part is permanent teeth, once gone, cannot be replaced by the body anymore. You’ll have to resort to wearing a false set of teeth when that happens. Caring for your teeth should be considered a primary part of your daily hygiene. There are a lot of ways you can take care of your teeth, so they’ll always be strong, white, and shiny.

Brushing

Proper brushing of teeth can prevent cavities as well as gum disease that contribute to at least one-third of adult tooth loss. When brushing, there are two important things to keep in mind:

• Each of your teeth has five sides, of which only 3 are cleaned by the toothbrush. The other two sides are usually where the disease and decay originate; these are the in-between areas.
• It’s not actually the toothpaste that cleans your teeth; it’s the movement of the bristles as they get on contact with the tooth surface; in this mechanical action, the bristles remove the plaque, the biofilm composed of microorganisms that cause tooth decay.

There is a science to brushing your teeth. Here are the particulars to remember when brushing:

1. When choosing your toothbrush, make sure it has soft bristles. Not only will they give you a nice feel when brushing, they also won’t bleed your gums. Don’t worry about expensive or cutting-edge toothbrushes; cheap ones work as as well, just as long as they’re soft.
2. Buy a toothpaste that contains fluoride. Fluoride protects your teeth from cavity build-up and makes them strong, too.
3. Brush at least two times a day. Make sure to take the time to clean the spaces in-between your teeth. It’s best to do a thorough brushing before going to bed, since your mouth doesn’t have the same salivary protection it has when you are sleeping.
4. Brush all sides of your teeth, not just the front. Just because others can’t see part of a tooth doesn’t mean it’s any less important. Pay particular attention to the back of the teeth along the gum line. Hold the bristles of the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle pointing towards the gums.
5. Use a fluoride mouthwash. They help strengthen your tooth enamel, as well as help get rid of those little bits of food stuck in between teeth or at the back that are difficult to get using a toothbrush. Rinse at least once a day after brushing and don’t eat anything for at least 30 minutes.
6. Pay attention to your tongue as well. Use a tongue scraper to remove plaque from your tongue, which are thought to be a big contributor to bad breath as well as plaque formation on your teeth. For a better effect, use your toothbrush to clean your tongue, followed by the tongue scraper.
7. Brush in an up and down motion, in short, tooth-wide strokes.

Flossing

Brushing alone is not enough to remove all the plaque from your teeth. Flossing helps get rid of the bits and pieces of food that gets lodged in-between your teeth. Through proper flossing, you can prevent the decay of your teeth, even for a lifetime.

• If you’re having trouble getting the floss between your teeth, try using waxed floss. It has wax coating that allows you to slide the floss easier.
• A floss holder will usually help you floss the back part of your teeth, where it is harder to reach. Floss holders are Y-shaped devices that have a knob to loop the floss around.
• It doesn’t matter if you floss first or brush afterwards; what is important is that you do both. The consensus among most people and dentists though is that flossing should be done right after brushing to clean what the brush isn’t able to get

During your first few tries of flossing, you might encounter gum bleeding. This is all right. The plaque layer is just being broken up and the bacteria removed. Your gums will also heal in time. However, if the bleeding is severe and continuous even after a few days, then seek a physician’s help. The bleeding gum might already be a symptom of a more serious underlying condition.

Other Dental Care

Aside from brushing and flossing, there are also other ways you can maintain your teeth’s good condition.

• Visit your dentist or hygienist at least twice a year, even if you don’t have a problem with your gums or teeth. Have them perform a cleaning on your teeth in order to ensure that there is no plaque or decay that your brushing and flossing might have missed. Also, regular visits to the dentist will preempt any prospective dental problems like periodontitis.
• Be sure to replace your toothbrush every three months. Remember that it is the action of the bristles against your teeth that removes the plaque; if your toothbrush’s bristles have gone soft or worn out, then it won’t be as effective in removing plaque anymore.
• Be careful with what you eat or drink. Sweets are often the worst offenders in causing tooth decay. Sugar feeds the bacteria that is in your mouth; these are the same bacteria that produce acids that break down your tooth’s enamel. Instead of sweets, eat lots of vegetables and water, as well as other nutritious food.
• Stop smoking. Smoking can cause gum infection and make your teeth turn a sickly shade of yellow. Besides, it is a filthy habit. Smoking also increases your chance of getting periodontal diseases.

Taking care if your teeth is not just purely for vanity. Teeth are an important part of your overall health. Be sure to take care of them or you might find yourself wearing false sets of teeth anytime soon.

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