Imagine this: you’re having a good time at a gathering, laughing and chatting. Someone suddenly offers you a spinach quiche. When you bite into it, there’s spinach in your mouth. Awkward, right? Avoiding embarrassing situations is just one aspect of oral health. You also need to keep your mouth healthy.
We’ll start by talking about the basics. Do you brush twice a daily? Check. Flossing daily? Double-check. Wait, it’s not just that. Imagine that your gums and teeth are the parks surrounding a city. Your mouth requires more maintenance than brushing and flossing.
What is tongue scraping all about? Stay with me. It may sound medieval. You can think of your tongue as a giant sponge that absorbs bacteria throughout the day. One quick scrape will do wonders to your breath and oral hygiene.
Do not even begin to mention mouthwash. You can think of it as the cherry to your oral-care sundae. Avoid the Sahara Desert in your mouth by choosing an alcohol free version.
We’ll take a few moments to think about your diet. If you don’t watch out, sweet snacks will do damage to your teeth. Munch on carrots or apples, which act as natural brushes.
The importance of hydration is also important. The water you drink isn’t only for quenching your desire. It also washes away the food particles from teeth and helps keep saliva levels high, which protects them against decay.
Ever wonder, in relation to salivation, why some people appear to be able eat junk food and still have good teeth? The saliva might be flowing more! Saliva is nature’s natural rinse, washing out debris and neutralizing acid.
Regular dental checks are often neglected. Consider these check-ups as pit-stops in a racing car. If you want to win, you wouldn’t skimp on them! The dentist can detect problems early on before they escalate.
How about we show our appreciation for dental hygienists while talking about professionals? The unsung heroes of dental hygiene are those who do the dirty work during cleanings.
Has anyone ever tried oil-pulling? You might think it’s strange to swish coconut oil about in your mouth, but this ancient technique can actually help you reduce harmful bacteria.
Do not forget orthodontics! You don’t have to straighten your teeth just because you want them. A misaligned mouth can cause gum disease or jaw issues.
Hey, talking of your jaws…grinding at night may do more harm than you imagine! Consider a nightguard if your jaw or head hurts when you awaken in the morning.
It’s a fact that people tend to overlook: change your toothbrush on a regular basis! When it starts to look frayed and hasn’t been used for three months, you should upgrade.
Let’s talk about stress briefly, because it does affect oral health. Stress may cause teeth grinding and clenching without you even knowing it.
Shortly (pun intended), caring for our mouths is more complicated than the steps we learned in childhood. This is about adopting new habits to keep things running smoothly, and enjoy every mouthful without any spinach surprises.
Remember these tips the next time you enjoy quiche, cake (or both) at your party.