Toothpaste has become one of the essential products used on a daily basis.
It keeps your teeth and mouth clean and protects them from problems and diseases.
How to use the brush and toothpaste?
Hold the brush comfortably and firmly.
Start brushing with the upper jaw.
Move the brush from top to bottom.
Move to brushing your lower jaw, moving the brush from bottom to top.
Brush the teeth from the outside, then the inside, then move to the incisors.
Don't forget to also brush your tongue or use a tongue cleaner.
What is tooth decay?
One of the most common problems in recent times.
Where erosion and damage to the tooth structure occurs.
This is caused by the acid secreted by the natural bacteria in the mouth (this acid is secreted naturally to help digest food residue in the mouth), but this acid erodes the enamel layer (the outer layer that protects the tooth), which leads to holes in the teeth, which is known as tooth decay.
Symptoms of tooth decay
Intermittent or constant pain in the teeth or gums.
Bad breath and an unpleasant taste in the mouth.
Tooth sensitivity due to hot or cold drinks.
Presence of a hole in the tooth or the appearance of caries (black color).
Some causes of tooth decay
Not taking care to clean your teeth regularly.
Nature of food or drink: sugars, starches, honey, cake.
Acidic drinks, carbonated drinks, and energy drinks.
Eating or drinking right before bed without brushing your teeth, especially children.
Not taking care to follow up on oral and dental health regularly with a specialist doctor.
Ways to protect and prevent tooth decay
Eat healthy foods, preferably low in sugar.
Use toothpaste at least twice a day.
It is preferable to use toothpaste after every meal.
Use dental floss to help remove food debris between teeth and in areas that are difficult for the toothbrush to reach.
Use mouthwash: It helps clean and sterilize the mouth and get rid of harmful bacteria.
Use toothpaste that contains fluoride, as it helps protect and strengthen teeth.
