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Posted by Dr. Sumit Dubey on Thursday, 24th December 2015
Discussion & awareness of home Oral Hygiene Care tips with villagers a glimpse : Gursahaiganj Dsitrict Kannauj Uttar Pradesh India.The key to keeping a bright, healthy smile throughout adulthood is to practice proper oral hygiene. Adults can get cavities, as well as gum disease that can lead to serious problems. Throughout your adult life, it's important to continue to:Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to remove dental plaque – the sticky film on your teeth that's the main cause of tooth decay and inflammation of the gums, called gingivitis.
Floss daily to remove plaque from between your teeth and under your gum line, before it can harden into tartar. Once tartar has formed, it can only be removed by a dental hygienist during a professional cleaning.
Limit sugary or starchy foods, especially sticky snacks. The more often you snack between meals, the more chances you give bacteria to create the acids that attack your tooth enamel.
Visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and checkups.