How to Keep Healthy Teeth

Taking care of your teeth is not just to show off your pearly whites. Taking care of your teeth will help prevent many illness's, even strokes.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Dentist.
• Toothbrush.
• Floss.
• Sugar free gum.

1. Healthy Diet: A diet rich in calcium and raw vegetables will help in keeping teeth strong and vibrant.

2. Toothbrush: Keep a neat toothbrush. Rinse well after every use and change when the bristles start to fray.

3. Dental visits: Yes you must visit a dentist. Going to a yearly check up will help you keep great oral hygiene and will help spot potential problems.

4. Flossing is a must: Without flossing you will leave over a third of the mouth uncleaned to inhibit bacteria growth and decay.

5. Chew gum: Sugar free gum helps the mouths natural defense system against germs and bacteria by increasing the level of saliva it the mouth.

[byllz]

on 6/30/2008 This is so important!!!! Thanks for the tips!

[mattlee]

on 6/27/2008 100% agree - good advice

[SeventhSibling]

on 6/26/2008 I did not know about chewing sugar-free gum. Thanks for the great tips.

[MidniteWriter]

on 6/22/2008 I use an electric toothbrush and that has kept cavities at bay for years for the family. Thanks for your ideas and helpful reminders! :)