How Dental-Smart are you?
Q: What causes tooth decay?
A: Acid produced by bacteria from food and drink.
Q: How many times a day should you brush your teeth?
A: You should brush your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
Q: How long should you brush your teeth for?
A: You should brush your teeth for 3 minutes.
Q: Should I rinse my teeth after brushing?
A: No as it will wash away the concentrated fluoride in the remaining toothpaste, diluting it and reducing its preventative effects.
Q: How long after eating should you wait until you brush your teeth?
A: You should wait for an hour as your enamel softens immediately after eating.
Q: How often should I visit the dentist?
A: We recommend you visit your dentist every 6 months
Q: What is better an electric or manual toothbrush?
A: We always recommend electric that brush at more than 8000 rotations per min.
Q: How often should you replace your toothbrush or brush head?
A: Every 3 months
Q: Can poor dental health can lead to other health problems?
A: Yes, it has been linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes and osteoporosis amongst others.
Q: Why is chewing sugar-free gum a good habit to get into?
A: Chewing sugar-free gum stimulates the production of saliva and lessens the effect of harmful bacteria.
Q: Name a type of snack that is actually good for your teeth.
A: Plain Popcorn! Which acts as a natural toothbrush.
Q: Where can I get more oral health advice and tips.
For more free oral health advice and tips nip in to the practice or call 01505 704969 or have a look at the other blog posts and othe pages on this website.