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Toothbrush Care & Replacement Article | Brushing & Flossing | Colgate® Oral Care Information Good Oral Hygiene
Toothbrush Care & Replacement Article | Brushing & Flossing | Colgate® Oral Care Information Good Oral Hygiene
How can I take care of my toothbrush?
To keep your toothbrush and yourself healthy, make sure you let it dry out between uses. Toothbrushes can be breeding grounds for germs, fungus and bacteria, which after a while can build up to significant levels. After using your toothbrush, shake it vigorously under tap water and store it in an upright position so that it can air out.
To prevent cold and flu viruses from being passed between brushes, try to keep your toothbrush from touching others when it is stored. A standard toothbrush holder with slots for several brushes to hang upright is a worthwhile investment in your family's health.
How often should I change my toothbrush?
Most dentists agree you should change your toothbrush every three months. Studies show that after three months of normal wear and tear, toothbrushes are much less effective at removing plaque from teeth and gums compared to new ones. The bristles break down and loose their effectiveness in getting to all those tricky corners around your teeth.
It is also important to change toothbrushes after you've had a cold, the flu, a mouth infection or a sore throat. That's because germs can hide in toothbrush bristles and lead to reinfection. Even if you haven't been sick, fungus and bacteria can develop in the bristles of your toothbrush —another reason to change your toothbrush regularly.
How can I protect my toothbrush when traveling?
A plastic toothbrush case will protect toothbrush bristles from becoming squashed or flattened in your traveling kit. After brushing, however, you should let your toothbrush dry in the open air, to help reduce the spread of germs.
How can I take care of my toothbrush?
To keep your toothbrush and yourself healthy, make sure you let it dry out between uses. Toothbrushes can be breeding grounds for germs, fungus and bacteria, which after a while can build up to significant levels. After using your toothbrush, shake it vigorously under tap water and store it in an upright position so that it can air out.
To prevent cold and flu viruses from being passed between brushes, try to keep your toothbrush from touching others when it is stored. A standard toothbrush holder with slots for several brushes to hang upright is a worthwhile investment in your family's health.
How often should I change my toothbrush?
Most dentists agree you should change your toothbrush every three months. Studies show that after three months of normal wear and tear, toothbrushes are much less effective at removing plaque from teeth and gums compared to new ones. The bristles break down and loose their effectiveness in getting to all those tricky corners around your teeth.
It is also important to change toothbrushes after you've had a cold, the flu, a mouth infection or a sore throat. That's because germs can hide in toothbrush bristles and lead to reinfection. Even if you haven't been sick, fungus and bacteria can develop in the bristles of your toothbrush —another reason to change your toothbrush regularly.
How can I protect my toothbrush when traveling?
A plastic toothbrush case will protect toothbrush bristles from becoming squashed or flattened in your traveling kit. After brushing, however, you should let your toothbrush dry in the open air, to help reduce the spread of germs.
Friday, February 17, 2012
HOW TO FLOSS YOUR TEETH.
FOR BEST RESULTS FLOSS ATLEAST TWICE A DAY.INSTRUCTIONS
Use atleast 18inches of the floss
Slide the floss between your teeth. SLIDE THE FLOSS IN A SEE SAW MOTION BETWEEN YOUR :DO NOT SNAP IT ...you might hurt your gums
Wrap the floss Around the teeth and move it an up down direction to clean the interdental surfaces.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Friday, February 10, 2012
What is Diabetes?
- There are 3 main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes mellitus
- Effective management of diabetes requires a partnership between the person with diabetes and health professionals
Diabetes complications
http://www.worlddiabetesfoundation.org/composite-35.htm
Parents cautioned about passing decay-causing bacteria to children - DentistryIQ
Parents cautioned about passing decay-causing bacteria to children - DentistryIQ
This article emphasizes on the need for oral care and regular maintenance- must know for all expecting mothers".
This article emphasizes on the need for oral care and regular maintenance- must know for all expecting mothers".
Monday, February 6, 2012
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