Oct 17, 2002 03:03 PM
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(Updated Oct 18, 2002 08:04 AM)
Whenever we smile or speak our teeth can be seen therefore it is important that we take care of them.Looking after our teeth is very important.If they are cleaned properly it prevents the formation of plaque around the gums.Plaque forms easily after food is eaten.This starts decay in tooth enamel and inflammation in gums.We must reduce the intake of sugar, sweets, jams, cakes, soft drinks, biscuits.
TIPS TO KEEP OUR TEETH SPARKLING CLEAN
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1)Brush our teeth twice a day if not after every meal ie morning and before going to bed.It is important to brush it properly.Move the brush from the gum to edge, working the bristles between the teeth to dislodge food particles.
2)A good brush is as important as a toothpaste.But care should be taken in choosing the shape and brand of toothbrush.A good brush should have small angled head and soft and medium rounded bristles as it helps clean all the hidden areas of our teeth.Ideally a brush should be changed every 3 months.
3)Besides the teeth the gum should also be cleaned.we must massage it in the same stroke as we brush our teeth, rubbing them gently in a circular movement with a little toothpaste on our fingers.
4)Use dental floss to remove the particles stuck between teeth.
5)Use a toothpaste containing flouride which helps fight tooth decay.
6)Use a mouthwash to make our breath fresh.Put a few drops in warm water and then rinse our mouth after we clean our teeth in the morning.
7)Visit the dentist regularly this will help keep our teeth healthy.
Besides the above mentioned tips there are some homemade remedies that can help keep our teeth sparkling clean.These recipes are simple and inexpensive.
1)For sparkling teeth rub once or twice a week with a dried bay leaf(tej patta)
2)Brush the teeth with a bit of table salt once a week.
3)To remove the yellow from our teeth dip a piece of cotton wool in hydrogen peroxide and then squeeze out and then rub our teeth with it.it has a slight bleaching effect.
RECIPE FOR HOMEMADE MOUTHWASH
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Mix 1/4 cup of vinegar, 1/2 cup wine, 1/2 cup honey and 1 teaspoon of powdered cloves and boil them.This works as an effective mouthwash.
(Reference taken from the net)
