Healthy Habits = Healthy Mouth
Excellent oral hygiene starts with healthy habits, which means you need to know the good as well as the bad.
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Bad Habits: |
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Brushing teeth twice a day |
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Smoking |
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Flossing in between teeth once a day |
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Chewing tobacco |
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Well-balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables |
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High sugar diet |
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Receive a prophylaxis every six months |
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Drinking soda |
Good habits are crucial in preventing periodontal disease and tooth decay. Use the following instructions to ensure proper cleaning of your teeth.
How to brush your teeth:
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Position toothbrush at a 45-degree angle on your gums. |
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Gently move the brush back and forth on all teeth. |
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Clean the inside part of the front teeth by turning the brush vertically and brushing up and down. |
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Finally, remove bacteria that cause bad breath by brushing your tongue. |
How to floss your teeth:
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Wrap 18 inches of dental floss around both middle fingers. Hold it tightly between index fingers and thumbs. |
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Gently guide the floss back and forth between your teeth. |
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At the gum line, slide the floss into a C-shape to get between the tooth and gum. |
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Cover each side of the tooth with gentle up and down motions. |
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Repeat on each tooth, including the backside of the last molar. |