Oral Myths Busted by Dr. Suraj Suvarna | Ezyschooling

Why are teeth so vital?
Mouth is the window to your overall health. It helps us chew food and make the digestion easier. That does not end here. Teeth help speak fluently, pronounce different sounds and last but not the least they create a good-looking smile and maintain the shape of our face.

Here are some great ways to care for your teeth
1. Brushing Teeth
One of the simplest ways to clean your teeth is by brushing your teeth regularly. Brushing your teeth is the foremost thing which is recommended by any dentist. However, it is also important how you brush and hold your toothbrush. While you brush make sure you position the toothbrush at 45 degrees over gum line so that both tooth surface and gum line are in contact with the bristles. Ensure you brush your teeth for at least 2 minutes so that most of the surfaces of all your teeth are covered. One you are finished with brushing your teeth, it's time to clean your tongue. Brush the surface of tongue and roof of the mouth to make sure the mouth is free from bacteria so that there is no cause for the occurrence of bad breath.

Note: Try brushing your teeth daily and twice a day so that you can avoid germs build-up on teeth.

2. Flossing
We all know that flossing will consume a lot of time but remember one thing; even after brushing your teeth at least 40% of your teeth surface remains untouched. Flossing can help remove food particles and other harmful substances which cannot be removed with regular brushing. It also allows you to reach deep between the teeth which a toothbrush can't reach or mouthwash also cannot clean. Therefore it is recommended to floss at least once a day.

3. Stay Away from Smoking, Smokeless Tobacco and alcohol
Avoiding tobacco is one great way you can save your teeth from great danger. Staying away from tobacco will keep you away from oral cancer and other periodontal diseases. Tobacco is not the only one which can damage your teeth but alcohol is also one such substance.

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4. Avoid coffee, tea and sodas
These beverages no doubt can provide some amount of nutrition to your mouth and body but too much can be hazardous to your teeth. Sodas can weaken your teeth and lead to dental problems such as tooth cavities. Tea, coffee are the main teeth staining culprits. These beverages contain ingredients that can cause discoloration of teeth.

5. Follow Healthy Diet
Teeth require plenty of calcium. It is necessary that you consume healthy foods such as milk, yogurt, cheese, orange juice and other vitamin and calcium rich foods.

Recommended: Excess or deficiency of vitamins in your body can put you at the risk of dental health problems. Therefore, make sure you don't consume any food in excess or in little.

6.Limit Sugary Foods
What happens when you eat sugary food? The bacteria will break down sugars and create acids leading to acid build-up on the teeth. However eating sugary foods will not put you in problem until you take care of your teeth properly. Ask me how? Soon after eating any sugary food or any food that can create dental problems, make sure you clean your mouth by brushing or by mouthwash so that there is no residue of bacteria.

7. Rinse Your Mouth with Anti-Bacterial Mouth Rinse and Chew Sugarless Gum
Chewing gum is a good way to produce saliva in your mouth, once saliva starts flowing into your mouth it neutralizes the acid effect produced by bacteria thereby acting as a natural defender for your teeth. Additionally, rinse your mouth with anti-bacterial mouth rinse so as to prevent tooth decay and gum problems.

8. Use Fluoride Toothpaste and Drinking Water
Fluoride in toothpaste and drinking water can strengthen your tooth enamel and make it less prone to tooth decay. However, it is suggested that you do not take in excess as there are many complications associated with excess fluoride intake.
 

Dr. Suraj Suvarna, a renowned name in the field for more than 18 years tells us about the oral myths that we believe to be true. Let's hear him out and know how we can take real care of our teeth. Visit our dedicated section on Parenting: www.ezyschooling.com/parenting