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Top Tips and Tricks for Excellent Oral Hygiene

While visiting your dentist regularly for cleanings and checkups is essential, practicing good oral hygiene habits at home every single day is key to maintaining a bright, healthy smile. Keeping your mouth free of plaque, food debris, and harmful bacteria not only preserves your teeth and gums, but also supports your overall systemic health. Top Tips and Tricks for Excellent Oral Hygiene Here are some top tips and simple tricks from dental professionals to level up your oral hygiene game:

Toothbrushing Techniques

  1. Brush twice daily for at least two minutes each time.
  2. Use a soft-bristled brush with a small head to manoeuvre easily.
  3. Hold your brush at a 45-degree angle to the gums and brush with short, gentle
    strokes.
  4. Brush the outer surfaces of your teeth, inner surfaces, and chewing surfaces.
  5. Don’t forget to brush your tongue to remove bacteria and keep breath fresh.

Flossing is a Must

  1. Floss once daily using about 18 inches of floss to get a fresh, clean section for
    each tooth space.
  2. Use a gentle rubbing motion to dislodge plaque and food particles.
  3. Try plastic floss picks or an electric flosser if traditional flossing is difficult.

Mouthwash Matters

  1. Rinse with an antiseptic therapeutic mouthwash to kill bacteria and freshen
    breath.
  2. Swish the mouthwash between teeth and along the gumlines for 30 seconds
    before spitting.
  3. Don’t eat or drink for 30 minutes after, to allow ingredients to keep working.

Stay Hydrated

  1. Sip water frequently throughout the day to maintain proper salivary flow.
  2. Saliva naturally washes away food particles and helps neutralize acid.
  3. Staying hydrated also prevents dry mouth that allows bacteria to grow.

 

Watch What You Eat (and Drink)

  1. Limit sugary, acidic foods and beverages that enable bacteria growth and
    erosion of enamel.
  2. Enjoy crunchy fruits and vegetables as they actually help scrub plaque from
    teeth.
  3. After eating, chew sugar-free gum to increase saliva production.

Replace Old Toothbrushes

  1. Get a new toothbrush every 3-4 months as frayed bristles become less effective.
  2.  Consider an electric rechargeable toothbrush for superior plaque removal.
  3.  Consider an electric rechargeable toothbrush for superior plaque removal.

Use Accessories

  1. Add a tongue scraper to remove odor-causing bacteria and freshen breath.
  2. Interdental brushes or picks dislodge particles from tight tooth spaces.
  3. Orthodontic brushes with tufted bristles clean around braces or appliances.

Don't Neglect the Gums

  1. Massaging gums gently with your toothbrush bristles promotes circulation and
    tissue health.
  2. Look for any signs of swollen, tender or bleeding gums to address promptly.

With just a few simple tricks and tools, optimal oral hygiene can become an easy,  rewarding habit for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums!

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