Some simple tips for keeping your mouth in tip-top order….
- Brush your teeth twice a day
- Use fluoride toothpaste
- Floss daily or use interdental brushes for those hard to reach areas
- Change your toothbrush at least every three months
- Chew sugar free gum after meals to neutralise the harmful acid that can cause plaque and tooth decay
- Try eating sugar-free yoghurt, as this lowers the levels of hydrogen sulphide, the major cause of bad breath
- Eat plenty of vitamin C in the form of citrus fruit – this promotes wound healing and can help fight gum disease
- Eating iron-rich foods can help improve the condition of gum tissue
- After eating sugary or acidic foods, trying eating a small amount of cheese to counteract the effects of plaque acid
- Quit smoking and limit your alcohol consumption to reduce your chances of contracting mouth cancer
- Visit your dentist regularly for check ups and keep up to date with your hygiene treatment
