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With Easter holidays and long weekend upon us, we thought timely to remind you to look after your teeth with these five tips!
Eating sweet treats throughout the day puts teeth under constant attack by acid-producing bacteria, increasing your risk of cavities and tooth decay. We recommend reducing the amount of chocolate and sweets eaten over Easter, and reducing them to meal times.
Remember to drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated and your mouth healthy; drinking water after each meal or snack helps wash away food particles from your teeth and prevents dry mouth and bacterial growth that leads to tooth decay. Fluoridated tap water additionally strengthens teeth enamel and helps prevent cavities.
You should brush your teeth at least twice a day for at least two minutes using toothpaste containing ≥1450ppm fluoride, as this helps protect teeth from cavities. However, you must spit not rinse when you’ve finished brushing, to avoid washing the protective fluoride away.
Interdental brushes or dental floss can be used to remove sticky plaque from in between your teeth. It is important to supervise children’s brushing, and to remind family of all ages to brush their teeth thoroughly before they go to bed, even during the Easter holidays!
A diet balanced in vitamins, minerals, fresh fruit and vegetables is good for your overall health as well as helping to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Take time to cook new and healthy recipes, and ensure you have some rest days from alcohol.
Incorporating exercise into your daily routine is healthy for your physical and mental health, and ensure you get plenty of restorative sleep.
We encourage people of all ages to keep up regular dental check-ups and hygiene appointments to look after your teeth and gums and help prevent problems developing. Importantly, mouth cancer checks are performed at all routine appointments, so they are important for your general health as well as your oral health.
Watch our short videos of dental hygienist Gillian showing how to clean your teeth well at home, how to clean around orthodontic braces, and how to clean well around dental implants.
Please do not hesitate to get in touch for more information about our treatments or to book your dental appointment on 01252 713797 or email info@elmsleighhouse.co.uk.
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