Nevco News
October 2008
Volume 1, Issue 4
Dental Hygiene: A Vital Part of Your Health
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Proper dental care is a vital part of personal hygiene and overall health. You just cannot afford to ignore it. Neglecting your dental health puts you at risk for heart disease as well as increasing your chances of having Halitosis or bad breath, which can be embarrassing and could cause social and psychological problems. Bacteria that live on teeth and gums are the prime cause
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of bad breath. We need to take extra care and make sure that these bacteria are eliminated regularly and effectively. Here are a few simple but effective ways to keep your breath clean and fresh. • Brush your teeth well. Ideally, it takes two to three minutes to brush your teeth well. But most people seem to finish brushing their teeth in less than a minute. That won't be too effective. • Drink plenty of water. Bad breath is accentuated by dryness of the mouth. It helps bacteria flourish. Drinking a lot of water not only helps washing away left over food particles, it also stimulates saliva flow. Saliva plays a vital part in keeping the mouth clean and dissolving the compounds that could cause Halitosis. • Check for dental problems. This could cause bad breath too. These problems are easily solved by a visit to the dentist. A dental check up is necessary at least once a year. |
• Inter-dental cleaning is very important. Flossing is a must. It helps remove plaque from between our teeth and under our gums. • Rinse well after every meal – don't depend solely on mouth fresheners. Whenever possible, try to rinse with warm water and salt. If this is not possible, chew sugarless gum to stimulate the flow of saliva. • Add a few drops of lime juice to a teaspoon of salt. Brush your teeth with it once a week. It will add a shine to your teeth besides keeping your breath clean. Remember that proper dental hygiene will decrease the amount of bacteria in your mouth, reducing your risk of heart disease and helping to prevent other serious health conditions, as well as providing you with a smile you can be proud of. To view this article online please visit: |
