BENEFITS OF GOOD ORAL CARE HABITS
- Be a tooth two-timer! Brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride 1 toothpaste. (2 x 2 minutes).
- Fight with floss! Floss between your teeth. Using dental floss daily can help keep gums healthy.
- Rinse germs down the drain! Rinse using an antiseptic mouthwash to kill germs that cause cavities and gum disease.
- Antiseptic mouthwash “with essential oils”.
- You are what you eat! Make healthy food choices. Nutritious food, low in sugar, is good for both oral and overall health.
- Protect your pearly whites! Wear a mouth guard when playing or practicing sports. Your dental hygienist can make a custom fitted one for you.
- Butt Out! Choose to be tobacco free. Using tobacco products can stain your teeth and increase your risk of developing oral cancer.
- Sealants for success! Want your child to stay cavity free? Ask you dental hygienist if pit and fissures sealants are a good option for your child.
- Open up! Check your mouth once a month. Know what’s normal. If you have a sore that does not heal within two weeks, get it checked by a health professional.
- Re-think your drink! Drinking sweetened beverages and acidic fluids increases your risk of developing cavities
- Book it! Visit your dental hygienist regularly. Begin visits by age one and continue throughout your life.
Resources
Oral health for better overall health
Dental Hygiene… For Life – Achieve and maintain good oral health by doing the following:
Denture Care – Advise for Care Givers
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Oral care for infants and young children
Baby teeth generally appear between the ages of 6 months and 2½ years. To help prevent cavities, start good oral care routines early.
Brushing your childs teeth. Simple tips and tricks to make the process easier.
Brushing your child’s teeth can be a struggle, but there are simple tips and tricks to make the process easier for everyone.
