Now let’s review 10 tips for healthy teeth and gums. These will help you prevent disease and get you closer to the smile you want to have.
At HQ Dontics, we work every day to satisfy our patients in their search for the smile they dream of. But we also do it from the most absolute responsibility with their health and what they really need.
In the reviews about our dental center, you can read that several of our clients appreciate the sincerity with which we tell them things. Transparency is key, especially when it comes to health.
Tips for healthy teeth and gums
Although the mouth should always be treated in a holistic manner, since what happens to the gums is directly linked to the teeth and vice versa, we decided to separate the article into two: tips for healthy gums and tips for healthy teeth.
Thus, we simply seek to explain everything in a simpler and easier way. But in the end, you must apply it all.
Tips for healthy gums
The so-called periodontal tissue is divided into two parts: the attached gingiva (which borders the teeth and is visible) and the marginal gingiva (a softer area that is only visible if the lips are removed).
To maintain the health of your gums, here are the following tips:
Maintain constant oral hygiene
Rinse your mouth with plenty of water or preferably mouthwash (with fluoride) so that you can prevent gingivitis, which is an early and potentially dangerous stage of gum disease.
Eat a balanced diet
Your diet will have an impact on your periodontal health. You need a varied diet in which all the vitamins and minerals your body needs are present. This way you will take care of the gingival tissue in a natural way.
Eat foods that have vitamin C, omega 3, calcium, and iron.
See the dentist regularly
If you go to the dentist at least twice a year for your checkup and cleaning, you can stay on top of any complications that arise with your gums.
You may even be able to avoid these potential complications before they start to occur.
If you have any of these symptoms, see your dentist.
If for any reason you notice that your gums are redder than normal, swollen or tender, or if you have pain or bleeding, see your dentist sooner than you think.
That visit to the dentist can immediately stop the problem from escalating and will keep you from suffering from gum disease.
Complies with all the tips on tooth care
In order for these tips to work for you, you should pay attention to the following ones: the ones for the care of your teeth.
As we told you, and you know, gums and teeth should be treated as a whole. So read carefully…
Tips for healthy teeth
Now that you know how to take care of your gums, it will be a good idea to review the following facts about taking care of your teeth…
Brush your teeth daily
Brushing your teeth two to three times a day is the first step in taking care of them because it is a constant, simple, and effective discipline.
Avoid brushing your teeth more than three times a day so as not to wear down the enamel.
Have your teeth professionally cleaned
Professional dental cleanings remove tartar which can affect both teeth and gums. It will be your dentist who will tell you how often you should have them done, as each case has its own characteristics.
Flossing
Flossing every day will prevent long-term tooth decay due to bacteria buildup.
Include fluoride in your dental hygiene
Fluoride will help you to have healthy and strong teeth, and also avoid diseases, infections, and cavities. You can access it with mouthwashes and even water containing it.
Clean your tongue
This advice is valuable for both teeth and gums. The tongue generally has more bacteria than any other part of the mouth, so scraping it properly with a toothbrush will ensure a good part of your oral health.
If you want to have an ideal smile, make an appointment with us. At HQ Dontics, we are waiting for you.
