Brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste to ensure that teeth remain healthy. A healthy diet rich in calcium is also important for healthy teeth. Let’s look at a few myths and the truth.
Key takeaways:
- Baby teeth do not matter: That’s a myth. Decay of baby teeth may harm the permanent teeth that appear in later life.
- Mouthwash instead of brushing: That’s a myth. Only brushing is capable of getting rid of plaque that builds upon the teeth.
- Older people need not brush their teeth: That’s a myth. Brushing is important across all ages. Older people can enjoy a better quality of life by regularly brushing their teeth.
We recommend brushing the gums, tongue and palate with a soft-bristled brush. Dentures should be cleaned daily with a strong but soft-bristled brush to remove food deposits and plaque.
