Emma KM

Simple Ways To Look After Your Oral Health!

Oral health is so important that we should all be making it a priority, and we’re here to show you how! There is often a lot of overwhelming advice out there that can make it difficult to know where to begin, but we’re here with simple tips that are so easy to fit into your current routine and can make a really big difference to your oral health. So, let’s get into it and find out what you can be doing to look after your oral health! 

 

Visit Your Dentist Every 6 Months

The first tip we have is to visit your dentist Solihull, LA or London based every 6 months! This is the perfect amount of time between appointments to make sure that any issues can be identified by your dentist quickly, so that the treatment needed is less invasive and also less expensive. You should also see your hygienist twice a year, as they will remove any buildup of tartar on the teeth, which is what causes the enamel to weaken, leading to tooth decay. This is one of the best things you can do for your oral health, as they can also identify if you are neglecting any areas of your oral hygiene and they can provide advice on how to improve it. So, if you haven’t got an appointment booked in, make sure that you get yourself an appointment! 

Avoid Sugar Where Possible

Next up, you should avoid sugar where possible, as when the sugar is in your mouth, the natural bacteria in the mouth reacts with the sugar which produces an acid. This then causes tooth decay over time. So, as you can see, sugar isn’t good for the teeth! That is why cutting it down as much as possible is important. We know that it is very difficult to cut it out altogether, so just try to reduce it to a minimum and after you’ve eaten or had a drink of something sugary, have a good drink of water to try and help rinse away some of the excess sugar. Just make sure that if you do eat or drink something sugary, that you leave it at least 30 minutes before brushing your teeth, as your teeth will be vulnerable after consuming sugar so it is best to leave them a while before brushing. 

Buy Products With Fluoride

Our last tip is to buy products that contain fluoride. Fluoride is a mineral that helps to strengthen the teeth enamel, so when they are exposed to something damaging, they are more resistant. Whilst it can’t reverse damage that has been done, it can help to protect your mouth from further damage in the future. Toothpaste and mouthwash that contain fluoride won’t be more expensive, it’s just that not every product contains them. So, when you’re next shopping, take a look at the ingredients and just make sure that it contains fluoride. This can make a big difference to the health of your teeth, mouth and gums!