fact:
A healthy mouth
is something to
smile about
For most of us, thorough daily oral hygiene lays
the groundwork for a healthy smile. Just a simple
routine
of brushing and ossing, in addition to
regular dental checkups, can be enough in
most cases to help prevent tooth decay, gum
disease and bad breath.
The importance of ossing
Cleaning between your teeth is every bit as important
as brushing. Since brushing cannot effectively clean
between teeth, it’s important to use oss to get to those
areas.
• Other items also are available to help you clean
between your teeth. Ask your dentist which
ones to use
• As with brushing, use a
gentle touch to avoid
injuring your gum tissue
• Clean between your
teeth once a day
Brushing up on
technique
Since there are
various techniques for
brushing your teeth, it’s
a good idea to ask your
Brush twice a day
Brush your teeth at least twice a day -
in the morning and before bed.
Fluoridated toothpaste
Use a toothpaste with uoride to help
prevent tooth decay.
Concentrate on brushing all surfaces
Use a gentle touch - it doesn’t take much
pressure to remove the plaque from your
teeth, and a vigorous scrubbing could
irritate your gums.
Brushing gums
Hold your toothbrush at a slight angle
toward the gums when brushing along the
gum line.
Brushing your tongue
Brushing your tongue gently can help
remove bacteria that cause bad breath.
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dentist which one to use. Here are a few tips to help
you develop a good brushing routine:
Daily Oral
Hygiene Tips
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