Coconuts are known as a natural anti-bacterial food that can help boost your oral health by limiting the accumulation of harmful oral bacteria.
Cavities, also known as tooth decay, is considered one of the most common chronic diseases in the world, which is why daily brushing and twice a year dental visits are so important!
People who use tobacco are between two and seven times more likely to develop gum disease due to their habit.
Never pick up a knocked-out tooth by the root. If the root becomes damaged, it might hurt the chances of successful reimplantation. Only touch the side normally used for chewing.
While it takes 43 of your facial muscles to form a frown, it only takes 17 to smile!
Many people miss the gum line – the area where the tooth meets the gum – while brushing. You can clean this area more effectively by holding your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle. Don’t forget the gums facing the tongue as well!
Before the invention of toothpaste, people used charcoal, chalk, ashes, honey, and lemon juice to clean their teeth!
Brushing twice a day does wonders for your oral health, but alone it only cleans about 60% of your teeth. To clean the remaining 40% of plaque and tartar, you should floss daily! That way, you can effectively clean the areas of your mouth that the bristles cannot reach.
A New Orleans dentist introduced the concept of flossing in 1815 when he offered patients a strand of silk thread to clean between their teeth. By 1882, factories were producing unwaxed, silk dental floss for mass use.
Amid the current pandemic, our lives have changed in more ways than one. However, clenching your teeth, poor sleep, and frequent snacking with no trips to the dentist in sight can wreak havoc on your teeth. So, make sure to implement a solid daily oral care routine at home and speak to your dentist about how you can safely attend your biannual visit.
Did you know a 32-ounce sports drink contains between 14 and 19 teaspoons of sugar? That’s roughly six times the recommended amount for kids and teens! To protect your child’s oral health and keep them hydrated, opt for water instead.
Your tongue takes up a large amount of real estate in your mouth, so it is important not to neglect it! To keep it clean and bacteria-free, use your toothbrush or a tongue scraper to clean it from front to back during your oral hygiene routine.
6% of Americans said they would share their toothbrush with a celebrity!
Candy-based holidays, like Halloween, can wreak havoc on your oral health. Fortunately, you can protect your teeth by eating a healthy meal beforehand. Not only can it coat your teeth, but it can also increase the production of saliva, which helps fight cavities. Just make sure to follow your candy consumption with a good brushing and flossing!
Happy Halloween!
There are over 100 million bacteria in one drop of saliva!
Recent research found that chewing sugar-free gum after your meal can encourage the production of saliva, remove food particles, protect your teeth from decay, and give you minty-fresh breath. So, don’t hesitate to opt for a stick or two until you can get to your oral hygiene routine!
Did you know that you should be using about 18 inches, or a foot and a half, of floss every time? Most people use far less, but that just causes you to redistribute bacteria throughout the mouth.
Don’t forget to schedule your next dental appointment today!
Smile it’s Friday!
Chewing gum was introduced to America following the battle of the Alamo. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna who led the attack against the Alamo also created a type of chewing gum using the sap of sapodilla trees. Sugar-free gums, like this early version, remove food particles from teeth and may reduce the risk for cavities.
Kicking some bad habits can reduce your risk for oral health concerns. People who eat ice, bite their nails, or chew on pencils are more likely to see tooth chips or cracks. Opening packages and cracking nuts can also cause unnecessary damage.
“Smile, it is the key that fits the lock of everybody’s heart.” – Anthony J. D’Angelo
