7 THINGS EVERYONE SHOULD DO TO PREVENT TOOTH DECAY

June 06, 2020    Comment   

DENTAL CARE

OUR TEETH

The decaying of teeth by bacteria and other fermentation of starch within the teeth can be prevented by adequately caring for the teeth. The teeth can, therefore, be cared for in the following ways:

1. The teeth should be cleaned with a brush or chewing stick and toothpaste twice a day, especially after a meal and before going to bed.
2. Stains due to eating kola or tobacco smoking should be removed by using hydrogen peroxide to wash the mouth.
   
3. Vitamins and mineral containing food such as green vegetable, fresh fruits, butter, cheese, milk and eggs should be taken regularly.

   

   
   

4. Sugary foods and drinks like sweet ice cream, soft drinks e.t.c should be avoided because bacteria feed on sugar and in the process turn them into acid which attacks the teeth.
   
5. The dentist should be visited for a regular check-up at least twice a year.
   
6. Artificial teeth should always be removed and washed with germicide solution and rinse with tap water after each meal.
   
7. Food particles or meat should be removed with a toothpick after the meal.
   

Be true to your teeth, or they will be false to you!!!