Hold your toothbrush at a slight angle — aiming the bristles toward the area where your tooth meets your gum. Gently brush with short back-and-forth motions. Remember to brush the outside, inside and chewing surfaces of your teeth, as well as your tongue.
Proper nutrition means eating a well-balanced diet so that your body can get the nutrients needed for good health and wellness. If your diet is low in the nutrients your body needs, your mouth may have a more difficult time resisting infection.
Even though it’s true that we eventually lose the 20 primary teeth we started with in place of permanent adult teeth, we should still treat them just the same when it comes to dental health. #dentalhealth#babyteeth#dentalcare#oralhealth#patients
Plaque can also build up on your tongue. Not only can this lead to bad mouth odor, but it can lead to other oral health problems. Gently brush your tongue every time you brush your teeth. #tongue#tiptuesday#dentalcare#dentalhygiene
Dental care tips to keep your smile at its best:
1. Brush twice a day.
2. Floss once a day.
3. Maintain a teeth-friendly diet.
4. Drink lots of water.
5. Visit the dentist twice a year for regular cleanings & exams!
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! With cheerful laughs and joyful smiles fill the room, cherish the time you have with the ones you love! #christmas#merrychristmas#holiday#xmas
Although coffee paired with a doughnut sounds like a delicious, energy-boosting start to your morning, consider the effects these sugar-packed morsels have on your dental health. #doughnuts#dentalhealth#food#nutrition
Plaque can also build up on your tongue. Not only can this lead to bad mouth odor, but it can lead to other oral health problems. Gently brush your tongue every time you brush your teeth. #tongue#tiptuesday#dentalcare#dentalhygiene