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Issue #7, September 2017
What you need to do
1.
Brush twice daily with soft bristles toothbrush and fluoride-containing
toothpaste
2. Use an electric toothbrush
3. Clean between your teeth once a day with floss or other inter-dental
cleaner
4. Rinse with mouthwash once or twice a day
5. If you wear full or partial dentures, remember to clean them on a daily
basis. Take your dentures out of your mouth for at least 4 hours daily,
and best to remove them at night
6.
Drink plenty of water - since most contains fluoride, it helps
prevent tooth decay no matter how old you are
7.
Quit smoking - besides putting you at greater
risk for lung and other cancers, smoking
increases problems with gum
disease, tooth decay and tooth loss
8.
Visit the dentist on a regular
schedule for a complete dental check-up,
cleaning and oral exams
9.
Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet that
includes dairy and high-fiber foods