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• Dental Care Tips for Kids and Adults

  Dental Care Tips for Kids and Adults

  Good oral hygiene is essential for healthy teeth and gums! Try these simple tips to help maximize your daily oral hygiene routine.

  Brush after each meal or snack, at least twice daily. Using fluoride toothpaste has been shown to aid in the removal of dental plaque, though parents can personally decide if the risks posed by fluoride are worth the benefits. The mechanical act of brushing does most of the cleaning of the teeth.

  When brushing, children and adults should brush in a circular motion, brushing both the front and back top and bottom rows, then do the same on the inside teeth surface. To help children brush for the appropriate amount of time, encourage them to hum the "Happy Birthday" song for the duration of brushing. Always supervise small children during brushing to ensure they are brushing properly and that they do not swallow the toothpaste.

  Flossing daily is important to oral hygiene because the floss gets into corners that the toothbrush bristles cannot possibly reach. The proper way to floss is to pull out a long piece of floss, wrapping an end around each index finger. It helps to floss in front of a mirror. Take the floss and start on one side of the mouth in the back working your way forward. Make sure to floss between each tooth, and the backside of the last molar on both top and bottom rows of teeth.

  If you find that your gums start bleeding, this is no cause for alarm, but simply a sign to floss more frequently. After flossing a few times, bleeding should not occur. To temporarily stop bleeding gums, just add a little lemon oil to the bleeding site.

  Regular visits to the dentist to both inspect and clean your teeth are important. If you are like most people, you may have plaque forming on your teeth, and the hygienist can use special tools to scrape away the plaque and hopefully prevent the plaque from forming a cavity. You can also buy these tools at any drugstore for touchups at home between visits.

  The dentist will likely use x-rays to determine if you have any cavities that can be treated with a filling. When it comes to dental health, just like any health issue, the sooner you address a problem, the more likely you can reduce the risk of long term irreversible damage. Just be sure to stay informed about your choices, and know the effects mercury amalgam fillings, so you can make the healthy decision for yourself and your family.

  Chewing Dentazyne 30 minutes after a meal or dental hygiene routine can be beneficial to you and your children's long term oral health. Dentazyne contains probiotics that fight the periodontal pathogens streptococcus mutans and lactobacillus, and are your biggest ally for digestion and immunity at the gateway to your health: your mouth!

  The final pillar of good oral health is eating a nutritious diet that promotes overall and dental health. Lean meat from a local source, wild-caught fish, and sprouted beans and lentils provide iron and protein for overall good oral health, and magnesium and zinc for strong teeth and bones.

  Whole grain breads and cereals supply vitamin B for growth and iron for healthy blood, which keeps gum tissues healthy. Fruits and vegetables contain a plethora of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C, which is also essential for overall good oral health.

  Avoiding foods and beverages that are high in sugar, as well as avoiding constant snacking throughout the day on high sugar items can help to promote good oral health for you and your children. And when in doubt - take Dentazyne!

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