Everybody talks about following a proper dental care routine but a lot of people don’t know what this routine is all about. So we thought we will enlighten you (as always!). We have discussed the dental care routine several times in the blog but let’s visit it once again to help the uninitiated.

• Brush after every meal. If you cannot brush after a certain meal, make sure you rinse your mouth thoroughly. The first brushing in the morning is merely to freshen our breath; it doesn’t actually clean the mouth. That doesn’t mean you skip brushing in the morning.
  Note: Refrain from brushing immediately after a meal as your teeth are extremely vulnerable at that time. Wait for an hour after the meal before you brush.

• Brush before going to bed. This will help keep bacteria at bay when you are asleep.
• Floss everyday. Flossing is as important as brushing. Make it a point to floss immediately after you have brushed. You can choose to floss after you have brushed in the night before hitting the bed.
• Use a tongue-scraper to clean your tongue once a day. However, make sure you clean it gently. Too much scraping can make cracks on your tongue, attracting bacteria.
• Rinse your mouth after you eat or drink anything. This will ensure that your mouth remains clean and hydrated at all times.
• Drink 8-10 glasses of water everyday. Water will not only help prevent gum diseases caused because of a dry mouth but it will also keep your teeth clean.

It’s really not rocket science, is it? So, what are you waiting for? Get working towards a sparkling smile! Happy smiling!

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