he Dentist’s Day being commemorated every October 3 in Argentina in honor of all the professionals who are dedicated to dental health. This day seeks to celebrate those who care for them the teeth and also encourages regular visits to the dentist. On this day you are invited to learn about the different ways of to maintain a healthy mouthwith habits that start with oral hygiene at home.
The origin of this day arose during a Dental Congress in Buenos Aires in 1925 when he was a doctor Raul Loustalan He decided to dedicate a day to this profession. The date was chosen in memory of the October 3, 1917day on which the Latin American Dental Federation (BLOOD), at a dental conference in Santiago de Chile.
Los National Institutes of Health United States of America (NIH) recommend these 10 tips for effective oral care and achieving a perfect smile:
- Brush your teeth at least twice a day with a soft bristle brush.
- To use hilo dental daily to remove plaque and food debris between teeth.
- Limit the consumption of sugary foods and drinks which can cause a cavity.
- Avoid smokingbecause it can stain teeth and damage gums.
- Make regular visits to the dentist for cleaning and checks.
- Use a mouth Antibacterial to help reduce plaque.
- Eat a balanced diet Rich in calcium and vitamin D to strengthen teeth and bones.
- Change your toothbrush every two to three months or after suffering from some type of oral infection, viral or bacterial disease.
- Avoid sticking hard objects can damage your teeth.
- Stay well hydrated to ensure good saliva production which helps protect teeth.
To brush your teeth effectively the following steps need to be followed:
- Choose the right brush: Use a soft-bristle brush that fits the size of your mouth. This is essential since every space in the mouth must be covered during brushing.
- Use the right amount of toothpaste: For adults, the recommendation is that the paste does not exceed one third of the surface of the toothbrush bristles. For the smallest children in the house, the size of a pea would be a reference to remember. This will be enough to get a healthy mouth and freshen your breath.
- Place the brush at a 45 degree angle: The position where the toothbrush is placed is critical and should be towards the gum line.
- Brush gently: Make short circular movements, covering all surfaces of the teeth, including the gum line.
- Don’t forget the internal surfaces: Also brush the inner surfaces of the teeth with the same care.
- Brush chewing surfaces: Make sure to clean the areas where you chew well.
- Clean the language: Although we pay a lot of attention to cleaning our teeth, we must also clean our tongue, since this helps to reduce bacteria and keep fresh breath.
- Brush for two minutes: Spend at least two minutes brushing your teeth, dividing the time equally between different areas of the mouth.
- Rinse the brush well: After brushing, rinse the brush with water to remove traces of toothpaste and bacteria.
- Change the brush regularly: Replace every three months or when the pants are worn.
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