Although good nutrition provides the foundation for healthy teeth and gums, don’t overlook the basics of daily dental care. Also important is having a quality dental plan to keep your teeth healthy in any occurrence.
Flossing: Use dental floss or dental tape each night to remove food particles from between the teeth.
Brushing: At one time, electric toothbrushes were considered little more than an expensive indulgence. But research has shown that electric toothbrushes, when properly used, can remove far more bacterial plaque than regular brushes. Remember to replace the brush heads every three to six months, though.
Water-jet irrigation: Use a water-jet irrigator each day to spray water under your gum line, dislodging bacteria where floss and brushing typically can’t reach. Dissolving 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of salt per cup of warm water helps break up bacterial plaque before it hardens into tartar.
Amalgams: The American Dental Association has steadfastly defended the use of mercury amalgams, ignoring the fact that we have known for more than 100 years that the metal is highly toxic and can cause brain and nerve damage. Most dentists are willing to use non-mercury amalgams to fill cavities.
Dental health can be improved with a healthy diet and good dental-hygiene habits.
Dental Plans from Dental Benefits USA can make sure that you stay in good dental health, though nothing is a substitute for good health and eating habits.
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