If you have been reading this blog or have paused at a dental care tip given in a magazine, you know that there are plenty of things to follow in dental care. Upcoming research keeps adding to the list of tips on dental care, making it difficult for you to keep a track of them. Here’s a summary of important dental care tips and guidelines.

• Avoid grinding or clenching your teeth.

• Brush after every meal. This helps your mouth clean.
• Brush before going to bed. The bacteria flourish when you are asleep. Make sure you get rid of food debris in your mouth before you go to bed.
• Brush at least an hour after a meal.
• Brush for at least three minutes every time.
• Change your toothbrush every three months. Change it earlier if the bristles look tattered.
• Clean your tongue using a tongue scrapper once a day. Make sure you do not scrape too hard.
• Cut down on smoking and drinking.
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
• Do not snack on sweets between meals.
• Do not use your teeth as tools to open bottles or break a tag.
• Do not bite your nails.
• Eat sweets only during meals.
• Eat fruits instead of drinking the juices.
• Eat at least one dairy product everyday.
• Eat a cube of cheese immediately after a meal. This neutralizes the affects of food-acids on your teeth.
• Eat fruits and vegetables. They will provide you all the necessary nutrients for healthy teeth and a sparkling smile.
• Floss your teeth immediately after you have brushed. This will help keep the mouth clean.
• Rinse your mouth after eating anything.
• Spend at least 3 minutes on brushing.
• See your dentist at least once in six months.
• Use a toothbrush with soft bristles.
• Use a straw when drinking a beverage.

Happy smiling!

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