What is the proceedure to clean my teeth and gums?
Its easy to keep your teeth and gums in good health: • Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. • Clean between teeth daily with floss or an interdental cleaner. Decaycausing bacteria still lingers between teeth where toothbrush bristles cant reach. Flossing removes plaque and food particles from between the teeth and under the gum line. • Eat a balanced diet and limit between-meal snacks. • Visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and oral exams. • Ask your dentist about dental sealants, a protective plastic coating that can be applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth where decay often starts. Replace your toothbrush every three or four months, or sooner if the bristles become frayed. A worn toothbrush will not do a good job of cleaning your teeth. Childrens toothbrushes often need replacing more frequently than adults because they can wear out sooner.
