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Tips for Healthy Teeth

Brushing and flossing are two important parts of oral health care and skipping any of these can result in discoloration and dental problems. Here are some pointers on oral health care:

• It is very important to brush your teeth twice daily. And, while brushing take enough time and clean your teeth properly.
• Make use of soft-bristled toothbrush and a fluoride toothpaste. Use of proper dental products will keep your teeth healthy, clean, and white.
• If you are an arthritis patient or have any other dental problem then it is advisable to make use of electric or battery-operated toothbrush that will help you in brushing the teeth effectively.
• Use the right technique for brushing your teeth can help in getting the right results. Brush in back-and-forth motions by holding the toothbrush at a slight angle.
• It is very important to brush till the inside of the mouth and clean the chewing surface and tongue properly.
• Replace the tooth brush frequently before the bristles of your tooth brush become frayed.
• As brush cannot reach the tight spaces of the teeth it is important to do flossing daily. Flossing helps to reach the areas where brush cannot reach.

Tips for Babies teeth

Baby teeth need equal amount of attention and care as the permanent teeth. It is advisable to help your toddler to develop good oral care habits right from the beginning. Here are some tips that will help your baby to maintain healthy teeth devoid of any dental problems.

• Start cleaning the teeth of your baby with washcloth and plain water from the very first day.
• When the baby has developed more than eight teeth make use of soft-bristled toothbrush that is specially designed for baby to clean the teeth of your toddler.
• Make use of non-fluoride toothpaste for cleaning your toddlers teeth as excessive use of fluoride during the development of teeth can result in discoloration of teeth.
• Make your child develop a daily brushing habit by making it family activity.
• Read dental care books to your child to make him understand the importance of tooth brushing.
• Good dental health habits will help your child to develop a healthy and beautiful smile.

Diet Tips for Healthy Teeth & Gums

Healthy diet full of vitamins, proteins, and calcium can help to maintain healthy teeth and good oral hygiene. The food that we eat gets stuck in the teeth and if we do not brush properly plaque will accumulate which will result in tooth decay and other dental problems. It is very important to eat a healthy diet to maintain bright and beautiful smile. Here are some tips that will help you to maintain strong teeth.

• Intake good amount of water daily
• Eat food from the five major food groups
• Do not take snacks in the middle of the meals
• Make use of calcium supplements
• Avoid sticky sweets, chocolates, and candies
• Maintain a balance sugar level in your diet