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practice of keeping one's mouth clean and free of disease and other problems
toothbrush cannot reach between the teeth and therefore only removes about 50% of plaque from the surface of the teeth.
General guidelines for adults suggest brushing at least twice a day with a fluoridated toothpaste: brushing last thing at night and at least on one other occasion.
leaning between the teeth is called interdental cleaning and is as important as tooth brushing
Caries (cavities), for example, have become a major endemic disease, affecting 60-90% of schoolchildren in industrialized countries.
Teeth cleaning is the removal of dental plaque and tartar from teeth to prevent cavities, gingivitis, gum disease, and tooth decay. S
Rubbing baking soda or chalk against the teeth was also common; however, this can have negative side effects over time.
The Australian Healthcare and Hospital Association's (AHHA) most recent evidence brief ) suggests that dental check-ups should be conducted once every 3 years for adults, and 1 every 2 years for children.
ral health professionals recommend the use of a tooth brush with a small head and soft bristles as they are most effective in removing plaque without damaging the gums.
Back and forth brushing is not effective in removing plaque at the gum line.
Tooth brushing should employ a systematic approach, angle the bristles at a 45-degree angle towards the gums, and make small circular motions at that angle.
sonic type
scillating-rotating type
Tooth brushing alone will not remove plaque from all surfaces of the tooth as 40% of the surfaces are interdental.
The tongue contains numerous bacteria which causes bad breath.
Fluoride makes the surface of teeth more resistant to acids during the process of remineralization.
The body can't absorb all the required calcium if it lacks vitamin D,
Foods high in fiber (like vegetables) may help to increase the flow of saliva,
Sugars are commonly associated with dental cavities.
cooked starches,
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