Life Hacks: Healthy Teeth

When it comes to the face, one of the vital part of our daily function is the teeth, from aesthetics to its main function which is for eating and possibly for speech.So it is important to maintain it in the best way possible.

These are the tips/Lifehacks to maintain it:

1. Brushing -It is considered as a no brainer for all of us that brushing is one of the things to do to maintain the health of our teeth.Though little do people know that the most important time to brush your teeth is before sleeping.Why is that so? It is because during sleeping where there is no activity that there is less saliva and less saliva means less washing up of built up bacteria in the surface of the teeth.And the food debris from your dinner intensifies it more making it look like a fiesta for the bad bacteria in the flora of the mouth to aggregate.The food debris were eaten by the bacteria and produces acid that cause the demineralization of our teeth. Yikes! No brush before sleeping= More food debris + More bacteria= Higher chances of demineralization=Tooth decay! Brushing at least twice a day is recommended.In the morning and before going to bed. https://www.pexels.com/photo/young-woman-cleaning-teeth-in-bathroom-3771821/

2. Wait - Timing is everything when it comes to brushing, Dont brush your teeth right away, wait for 30-60 minutes specially if you just ate something acidic.when you ate something acidic it somewhat weakens the enamel(outer portion of your teeth) so if you try to brush your teeth during the time where your enamel is still in its vulnerable stage.The brushing might cause more harm than help. https://www.pexels.com/photo/wood-dawn-dark-desk-7123604/

3.Dont forget to Floss! Sometimes the habit of brushing is not enough and there are areas where the bristles wasn't able to get into certain areas that also needs cleaning, such as the the in between of the teeth specially for your molars(Teeth located at the back part)

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4.Electric brush It is according to studies that brushing with electric brushes is more effective than manual brushing.Areas that are not covered in manual brushing are cleaned when used by electric brushes. https://nymag.com/strategist/article/best-electric-toothbrushes-rechargable.html

5. Vigilance -Some of the ingredients in mouth washes are acids! Check the ingredients, read before buying, read before using the products.

6. Whitening alternative 1. Crest whitening strip works if you cant afford to get a whitening procedure in your nearest clinic, it might be the alternative that you need.My cousin tried it and it works.

https://sites.psu.edu/siowfa14/2014/11/24/the-science-behind-crest-whitestrips/

7. Lower your carbs and sugary food intake Sugar is the food that most of the flora of the mouth eats.Lessening the intake of it doesn't only helps in maintaining the sugar level of the body but also your teeth.

8.Extraction is not the answer For toddlers, don't just decide to remove the teeth of your kid just because you are burdened by their wailing, it will be the possible cause for tooth crowding, tooth impaction and tooth decay.More expenses for braces, surgery and other procedures!

9. Prevention is better than cure

Visit your dentist not when you are already suffering from pain or tooth decay(discoloration or chipping off of the teeth).Going to the dentist for cleaning twice a year is just a myth due to the fact that the insurance covered a twice a year cleanings only but it doesn't mean it applies to you.Assess your oral habit and hygiene to know.
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10. Gums are important -the rationale of brushing is to remove food debris, bacteria built up and plaque but to protect the gums all at the same time.So the best way of brushing technique is the brushing away from the gums.The gums are a part of the so called periodontium who holds the teeth.Whats the essence of a healthy teeth if there is no structure to hold it on the mouth!

Bonus! It is important to maintain the gums to prevent gum recession that might cause tooth decay in the root area of the teeth, It also the most common cause of sensitivity.Plus Gum disease is related to other health complications, it might be the underlying sign that you are suffering from diabetes, incoming stroke (CVA), heart disease, Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

That's all, I hope these tips helps you to maintain your healthy teeth.

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