…oral health is just as important as physical health…

Daily rituals of dentists – how to look after your teeth

Close-up of patient’s open mouth before oral checkup with mirror near by

Close-up of patient’s open mouth before oral checkup with mirror near by

Ever since you were a child you’ve probably been told to look after your teeth, but a lot of people aren’t very good at doing it. Many people brush their teeth twice a day, but they neglect to floss and they’re too busy for regular check-ups. If you don’t look after your teeth you can end up paying a heavy price.

It can seem as though teeth cause nothing but problems in life. They hurt when they arrive during teething, they need constant looking after and they mean you have to pay regular trips to a dentist which many people find stressful. It’s only if we lose teeth that we realize just how valuable they are, and how they are worth all the aggravation. Keeping hold of your teeth in good condition is the reason why good oral hygiene is so important.

How should you look after your teeth?

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Once you get into a healthy oral hygiene routine it’s not that difficult to keep up. There are several points that you need to remember in order to make sure your teeth and gums remain healthy.

 Brush your teeth after breakfast and before you go to bed. Use a medium strength tooth brush and brush in a circular motion, not up and down.

 Floss between your teeth at least once a day.

 Cut down on the amount of sugary treats in your diet, such as fizzy drinks.

 Have regular dental check-ups.

Missing out on doing any of these things can lead to the build-up of plaque on your teeth, to decay, abscesses and gum disease.

What happens if I have problems with my teeth?

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If you neglect your teeth and gums then you’re going to end up needing treatment such as fillings or root canal work. This can be very costly and unpleasant. That being said, you should never be afraid to seek dental treatment.

Even if you know your teeth aren’t in great condition, and you’ve been avoiding the dentist, you should take that step and go, to protect not just your oral health but that of your whole body. It’s been shown that bacteria from your mouth can have a detrimental effect elsewhere. You should also remember that your teeth are vital as you eat and they help you to pronounce words as you speak. Your teeth also help to form the shape of your face. If you’ve seen someone who hasn’t got any teeth, you will have noticed that their face has a sunken appearance. Another important aspect of having healthy teeth is a great smile. There’s nothing worse than feeling as though you have to walk around with your mouth tightly shut because you’re ashamed of your teeth. Smiling makes you feel good and if you can’t smile there’s a good chance you will lose confidence.  All it takes to avoid all of these problems is few minutes each day spent on dental hygiene and regular dental check-ups.