Dental Care Tips

  • Visit your dentist every six months for regular dental examination and full mouth cleaning.
  • Brush your teeth at least twice daily using dentist recommended toothpaste.
  • Rinse with mouthwash regularly.
  • Change your toothbrush every 3-4 months.
  • Rinse your mouth after all meals.
  • Avoid frequent snacking or eating in between regular meals and eat balanced diet.
  • Add raw fruits and vegetables in your diet.
  • Drink plenty of water daily.
  • Floss your teeth regularly.
  • Avoid sticky and junk food and limit sugary intake.
  • Avoid abnormal habits like nail biting, thumb sucking etc.
  • Don’t use your teeth to open bottles or to break tags.
  • Don’t consume tobacco in any form.
  • Don’t pick your teeth after meals.
  • Don’t brush your teeth vigorously and learn proper brushing technique from your dentist.
  • Make sure that your child under 12 years drink fluoridated water or take a fluoride supplement if they live in a non-fluoridated area.
  • Teeth are for lifetime if you maintain oral hygiene regularly.
  • Avoid self medication to treat dental problems.
  • Poor oral hygiene leads to dental caries and gum disease.
  • Chewing on sugar-free gum is advised rather than chewing on the normal gums.