“We haven’t kicked out decay yet, “so we recommend a fluoridated toothpaste. Even older adults, who might have worn surfaces, can get cavities.” Over time, fluoride soaks in and strengthens teeth, even though it may be slathered on the tooth surface for only a minute or two at a time.

Everyone’s mouth is different, “For some, a sensitive toothpaste can help prevent mouth pain it works.” Other people tend to build up tartar quickly. For them, tartar control is a help.

Here we repeat the basic and important part of Oral hygiene

    Brush. Twice a day, use a soft bristled toothbrush and a toothpaste that contains fluoride. Wait 30-45 minutes after you eat or drink, so the acids in your mouth drop to normal levels. Brush after breakfast, and again before bed after you’re done eating and drinking for the day.

    Floss. Once a day, use dental floss to clean the tight spaces between your teeth. Floss before you brush  that way the fluoride in your toothpaste can coat more of the surface of each tooth. Choose a time of day when you aren’t rushed, so you can take your time and clean each tooth carefully.

    Rinse. Talk with Dr.Thomas Nechupadam about what kind of mouthwash you should use, and how often. Some kill bacteria, some contain fluoride, and some do both. After you use mouthwash, don’t eat, drink, or rinse your mouth for 30 minutes.

    Chew gum. After you eat, pop in a piece of sugar-free gum sweetened with xylitol. Xylitol kills the bacteria that cause cavities, and gum in general makes more saliva in your mouth, which helps to bring down acid levels. Chew gum for about 20 minutes after you eat.

    Rinse again. If you’re out and don’t have gum or a toothbrush, rinse your mouth with water to loosen food particles from between your teeth, and reduce the acids in your mouth.

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