Friday, 27 May 2016

Excellent Dental Hygiene Guidelines - Nami Farkhondeh Dentist

Everyone wants to have a excellent smile which is why good oral hygiene is important! Having weak  oral hygiene can lead to a wide variety of dental and medical issues in the future such as gum condition, infection, bone loss, heart disease, strokes and more. Normal check ups and cleanings can avoid these problems as well as present you with good oral hygiene.

Here is a list of Ten Excellent Dental Hygiene Guidelines steps you can take to promote great oral hygiene

Proper Brushing
One of the easiest steps to do to help your teeth keep clean. When brushing your teeth, position the bristles at an angle of 45 degrees near the gum line. Both the gum line and the tooth surface should be in contact with the bristles. Brush the outer surfaces of the teeth using a back-and-forth, up-and-down motion, making sure to be done gently in order to avoid bleeding. To clean the inside  surfaces of the teeth and gums, place the bristles at a 45-degree angle again and repeat the back-and-forth, up-and-down motion. Lastly, brush the surfaces of your tongue and the roof of your mouth to remove bacteria, which might cause bad breath.
Proper Brushing

Try to brush at least twice a day to prevent acid buildup from the breakdown of food by bacteria. 
However, if your work or activities prevent you from doing this, thoroughly rinse your mouth with 
water after eating to minimize the amount of food that would serve as substrate for the bacteria.

Flossing

We know, it’s a chore and alot of times forgetful after brushing if rushing out the door or going to bed. However, flossing can help you remove food particles and other unfavorable substances that brushing regularly cannot. Flossing allows you to reach deep between your teeth where the tooth brush bristles cannot reach or even mouth wash cannot wash away. We highly recommend flossing at least once a day.

Flossing


Prevent Tobacco

This will be a big favor to your teeth. One, it will save you from oral cancer and periodontal problems. Two, it will save you from the countless ill effects induced by the agents used to mask the smell of tobacco. For example, if you smoke a cigarette, you may use chocolates, tea or coffee to mask the smoky breath and odor. This doubles the amount of destruction caused.

Prevent Tobacco


Restriction Sodas, Coffee and Alcohol

Although these refreshments contain a high level of phosphorous, which is a essential mineral for a healthy and balanced mouth, too much phosphorous can deplete the body’s level of calcium. This causes dental cleanliness problems such as tooth decay and gum disease. Beverages containing additives such as corn syrup and meals dye can make pearly white teeth appear boring and discolored. Therefore, it is best to  choose beverages like milk, which helps improve teeth and build stronger enamel, giving you a healthy, wonderful smile and water which hydrates your body longer than sugary drinks.

Restriction Sodas


Consume Calcium and other Vitamins that are excellent for the body

You need a lot of calcium for your teeth. It is important for the teeth as well as your bones. It is better to drink milk, fortified orange juice and to eat yogurt, broccoli, cheese, and other dairy items. You can also take a calcium supplement, taking different doses according to your age and requirement as per prescription. Calcium and Vitamin D are necessary for maintaining the health of gums and teeth. Vitamin B complex is also essential for the protection of gums and teeth from cracking and bleeding. Copper, zinc, iodine, iron and potassium are also required for preserving healthy dental hygiene.

Consume Calcium and other Vitamins

Take a look at Your Dentist

You should visit your dentist at least twice a year to have a full hygiene treatment performed. Also at these meetings, a extensive exam is taken with x-rays to help detect and prevent future 
dental treatment options from occurring.

Take a look at Your Dentist


Use Mouthwash along side brushing and flossing

Mouthwash is not specifically necessary and not all mouthwashes are useful. Mouthwashes including Listerine our chlorine dioxide are very helpful because they help to kill and manage the bacteria in your mouth. It can help maintain good breath as well as help maintain strong teeth. Mouthwash cannot do all the work but if your are already brushing, flossing, visiting the dentist and feeding on well, mouthwash is the cherry on top that will make your dental health great.

Take a look at Your Dentist


Having a tooth pain or noticing other dental symptoms

If you are having tooth and jaw pain make an appointment  as soon as possible. Your dentist needs to
detect the underlying cause and correct it before it turns into a higher issue.

Having a tooth pain or noticing other dental symptoms


Look at the Big Picture

Everyone recognizes that you should take care of your teeth to avoid toothaches, maintain your looks and keep dental expenses at bay. Many people, however, don’t recognize how crucial oral health is to our total health picture. Tooth issues can lead to diabetes, heart disease, systemic  infections, an inability to eat or speak properly and other maladies – some life-threatening.

Look at the Big Picture
Clean your tongue

Clean the surface area of your tongue daily. By using a specialized tongue cleaner you remove countless bacteria that otherwise live, particularly on the rougher top surface of your tongue. These can contribute to bad breath (halitosis) and detrimentally affect your dental wellness.

Clean your tongue