Important Tips to Maintain Good Oral Hygiene
World Oral Health Day is celebrated every year on the 20 th of March. This international day recognizes the importance of your oral health for overall health because maintaining good oral health can help you live a happier, healthier, and longer life.
#MouthProud, a campaign by FDI World Dental Federation sends out a simple but powerful message – Be Proud Of Your Mouth. So, this campaign is all about promoting worldwide awareness of the issues around oral health and also in encouraging you to value and take care of your mouth!
Some of the Common Oral Health Problems Faced Worldwide:
- Tooth Decay/Cavities – Are you having any tiny holes or openings near the decayed areas of your teeth? If yes, then probably you may be having a cavity or tooth decay. When bacteria inside your mouth starts feeding on food that is high in sugar or starch content, then bacteria slowly starts deteriorating the protective coat of your teeth (enamel), which later leads to tooth decay.
- Gum Disease – As per a report by CDC, 47.2% of adults aged 30 years and above experience some form of periodontal disease. So, gum disease is one of the most common dental diseases that adults get. It has 3 developing stages, which starts from gingivitis, if not treated later on converts into a more serious problem called periodontal disease and may later lead to tooth loss.
- Bad Breath – Anyone with a bad breath (also known as halitosis) feels embarrassed. Studies suggest that more than 85% of people suffer from bad breath and it is their dental problem that is to be blamed for.
- Dry Mouth – Dry mouth also called xerostomia, is a condition where your salivary glands will not be able to produce enough saliva to keep your mouth moist. Dry mouth is caused by several things such as ageing, stress, smoking, or medication.
- Root Infection – Did you anytime experience a root canal treatment? If no, then understand that it is a root infection and thereby a very serious problem to deal with. This infection occurs when bacteria affects the root part of your tooth, which can be painful and uncomfortable to handle. So, don’t leave it untreated and get a root canal procedure done.
- Tooth Crowding – Tooth crowding is not only aesthetic but also causes some alignment issues that can eventually lead to a jaw disorder. Braces are considered the best option to treat crowded teeth.
- Oral Cancer – One of the deadliest problems that no one wishes to encounter is oral cancer. But a regular visit to your dentist can help detect your issue and may further provide advice.
- Tooth loss – Many of the above discussed dental problems can lead to tooth loss. Dentures or dental implants are recommended to solve the problem of tooth loss.
Oral Hygiene Tips to Follow
- Brush your teeth twice a day – It is always recommended to brush your teeth once in the morning and then again at night. This helps clean all the food particles, germs, plaques, from your teeth and also help prevent cavities.
- Clean your tongue – Thoroughly clean the surface of your tongue as it contains a lot of bacteria that have to be removed frequently. If you ignore this, then you may suffer from bad breath, gingivitis, cavities, and even gum disease.
- Use a mouthwash daily – A mouthwash will help in cleaning your mouth thoroughly.
- Change your toothbrush every 3-4 months – Your brush can breed bacteria. Hence, it is advisable to change your toothbrush regularly, for effective cleaning.
You can prevent and completely avoid dental problems if you feel responsible for your oral health. Similarly, Smyle also extends its support for #MouthProud and feels responsible while curing and restoring millions of smiles across the globe, by providing the best oral healthcare services. Just, name your oral health issue, and Smyle is always there to bring a cheerful smile to your face! #SmyleForYourself.
Remember that prevention is always better than cure! To know more about Smyle and its related products, please visit the website https://www.smyle.co.in