A smile is a curve that can set everything straight. Smiles can cheer you up and brighten anyone’s day. Everyone wants a perfect, dazzling Smile so we, the team at Smilex International Dental Centre, the best dental clinic in Pune have come up with a list of tips for you to follow for brightening up your smile.
1. Make Oral Hygiene a Priority
Brushing your teeth in the morning and before going to bed is the simplest and best way to keep your teeth healthy and free from plaque and tartar as well as bad breath. Bacteria flourish in the Plaque that forms on and around your teeth and if not removed these produce acids that cause tooth decay. So, find time in your schedule and make sure you brush before going to bed in addition to brushing in the morning.
2. Flossing is as Essential as Brushing
Flossing at least once daily is very important and has far-reaching benefits as flossing removes plaque from the areas in between teeth where your toothbrush cannot reach, helping prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Flossing before brushing is very beneficial as it loosens the plaque and leftover food particles in between teeth which can then be removed by brushing giving you excellent results.
3. Remember to Clean Your Tongue
While brushing your teeth, remember to run it over your tongue to remove the white, yellow patches especially at the back of the tongue as it removes the bad breath causing bacteria. You can use tongue scrapers or tongue cleaners for better results.
4. Choose a Toothpaste with Fluoride
Fluoride is essential for good dental health. It helps strengthen tooth enamel and prevents tooth decay. In children and young adults, it may even reverse easily stages of tooth decay. Always opt for a fluoridated toothpaste for best results.
5. Reduce Sugary Foods and Drinks
Bacteria in our mouths flourish when foods with high sugar content are consumed causing tooth decay making these foods a big risk to dental health.
6. Stay Hydrated
Drinking plenty of water and staying hydrated helps your body produce enough saliva to cleanse your mouth and teeth. Saliva is a natural function of the body to wash away harmful bacteria and leftover food particles from your mouth.
7. Eat Healthy
A healthy diet is not only very important for your overall health but also for a healthy set of teeth. Healthy foods like fruits, salads and raw vegetables are crunchy and need a lot of chewing which stimulates saliva production. More saliva means your mouth gets cleaned out naturally and keeps your oral cavity healthy.
8. Take Care of Your Toothbrush
Ensuring your toothbrush dries after every use is very important for keeping it free from bacteria. Toothbrushes should be washed clean of all leftover toothpaste. Keeping them in an upright manner and exposed to air is the ideal way to store toothbrushes.
9. Don’t Chew on Hard Foods
Chewing on hard candy or pen caps may seem harmless but this damages your teeth and may cause micro-cracks in your teeth. These items are not meant for chewing and people do it even though it may seem like common sense. Also opening Soda bottles and cans is a big No.
10. Visit Your Dentist Twice a Year
Regular dental check-ups are vital for maintaining your oral health. Your Dentist can identify early signs of tooth decay and gum disease before they turn severe. This will help in saving your time and money and you can avoid extensive dental procedures. A full mouth X-ray or OPG (Orthopantomogram) is usually done at the time of check-up and aids your Dentist in screening all your teeth and their roots as well as your bone health.
