A smile is a fashion accessory that never goes out of trend but needs special care and maintenance. A yellow or stained smile or bad breath can be a serious turn-off. You need to take care of your teeth religiously to maintain that pearly white smile and fresh breath.

Here are a few tips for healthy teeth:

Floss, brush, and rinse. Foremost, floss your teeth using nylon or silk-like thread called floss. Flossing helps to remove food lodged in between teeth and between gums and teeth. Once you have removed lodged food, you need to brush your teeth. Brush using a soft, rounded nylon bristles toothbrush with fluoride-based toothpaste. Brushing helps you to remove thin film that accumulates on your teeth after eating or drinking and also the plaque that harbors bacteria on teeth surfaces. Finally, rinse your mouth with mouthwash to get a refreshing breath.

Eat a healthy diet: calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus are building blocks of your teeth. An eating diet rich in these sources like almonds, nuts, salmon, milk, and cheese helps you to make your teeth stronger. Vitamin C is essential for making your gums strong and healthy. Citrus fruits, kiwis, berries, and peppers are good sources of Vitamin C.

Quit smoking and tobacco: Chewing and smoking tobacco affects blood vessels and salivary glands, which are essential for a healthy mouth. It not only stains your teeth but increases the risk of oral and lung cancer.

Limit intake of sugary foods and acidic drinks: acidic drinks like soda and coke (diet or routine) can cause enamel erosion, while sugary food acts as awesome food for bacteria to multiply on the tooth surface. You must remember to rinse your mouth with water after having sugary treats.

Visit your dentist regularly: Like you do annual checks for your body, your teeth need an annual check-up from your dentist. Your dentist can check your tooth for any cavities or cracks and take appropriate measures to ensure a healthy mouth and teeth.

It is important to brush twice a day, and night brushing is essential. Just brushing once in the morning is not enough.

Embrace a brighter, healthier smile with expert care from Dr. Mohammed Moin Holy in Mumbai! Book your dental check-up now and ensure your teeth stay pearly white and your breath stays fresh for that confident, radiant smile.