A brief guide to choosing the best oral health products

 

When it comes to choosing products to help keep the mouth, teeth, and gums clean and healthy, one should know that a few differences in its components may have a bearing on proper oral hygiene. Dr. Kami Hoss shares on this blog post a brief guide to picking the right dental care products. 

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For the toothpaste, choose ones that have fluoride in it as it helps prevent cavities. It’s important to pick toothpastes that carry the seal of acceptance from the American Dental Association to ensure its safety and effectiveness. In cases of tartar buildup, get a toothpaste that controls tartar. Desensitizing toothpastes are great for teeth that are sensitive to cold, hot, and sweets.

The use of manual toothbrushes with soft bristles is encouraged in both adults and children. Toothbrushes with hard bristles could cause the root of a tooth to get exposed as a result of gum tissue receding due to hard brushing. A toothbrush with a head size that fits perfectly in the mouth and is able to brush one to two teeth at a time is the most favorable choice.

In removing food in between the teeth, regular flossing would work for individuals without braces, says Dr. Kami Hoss. For those with braces, water flossing would be the best pick. While mouthwashes help keep one’s breath fresh, it doesn’t exactly clean the teeth. Kids under six years old must not be given mouthwashes as most of these contain alcohol. Prevent cavity from forming by rinsing fluoride mouth rinses.

Dr. Kami Hoss is a sought-after consultant, inventor, author, and speaker in the fields of dentistry and business. He co-founded The Super Dentists with his wife and business partner Dr. Nazli Keri. For more updates, head over to this page.

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