A good thing comes with a price to pay. Likewise, health is the most precious wealth and also needs our special attention when it comes to appearance, our oral hygiene tops the list as our first impression goes by our face and teeth.

Not only our personality is dependent on oral health but our whole body’s health too.


Overview

Inequality of rights and socioeconomic factors, unavailability of resources, health care facilities, and increasing market for cheaper products are worsening the situation in underdeveloped countries.

However oral health is something that can be managed by the person himself. 


Go for your own choice!


Categories of prevention of oral and dental diseases

There are two types of strategies that can be applied to control and prevent the spread of oral diseases and the associated complications. Those control and preventive approaches are as follows,

  1. Informational
  2. Practical


Informational approach

The problems associated with poor oral hygiene arise from early childhood. These issues then become a part of daily life till adulthood and old age.

If people are guided properly, they may be able to control the onset of dental diseases.

The awareness campaigns should include the following points:

  • Promotion of benefits of pure water
  • Avoidance of the use of tobacco, areca nuts, and alcohol
  • Promotion of the use of personal protective equipment like helmets and guards while doing sports and outdoor activities
  • Avoidance of sweet products
  • Promotion of eating habits of a balanced diet
  • Promotion of the use of fluorides in toothpaste
  • Promotion of practicing daily dental care routine

Taking care of your teeth and smile must be added to your do list!


Practical approach

A practical approach is manageable and easy to practice daily.

It directly deals with a routine that can enhance the life of teeth and gums. It involves the responsibility one takes for his good as follows:

  • Following dental care routine
  • Practicing a good dietary routine and taking supplements
  • Avoiding unhealthy chemicals and substances
  • Visiting the dentist


Following dental care routine

A dental care routine is very simple and untiring if done regularly.

It comprises three main parts:

  1. Brushing the teeth and gums
  2. Flossing the teeth
  3. Applying the mouthwash

Teach yourself and your kids about brushing your teeth at least two times (before breakfast and after dinner) a day. twice a day. You shouldn’t sleep before brushing your teeth. The toothbrush should be changed after a month or two. Brushing should be done properly to remove each food particle.

Fluorides are necessary for keeping teeth healthy. Toothpaste must contain fluoride at 1000-1500 PPM.

You should floss your teeth daily. It would make sure that the spaces between teeth are not covered with plaques and extra particles.

The application of mouthwash can be highly effective to save from infections. Mouthwashes possess antibacterial properties and help to keep the microbes away. It is better to use mouthwash daily for optimal results. It would prevent the bacteria from producing acid and causing bad breath.


Your dental care kit is as precious as your cosmetics pouch!


Practicing a good dietary routine and taking supplements

A healthy diet comes first to save us. If we eat simple food, it helps our body to stay active and healthy. Even a simple food must be having all the food components necessary for a balanced meal.

If food items are not nutrient-enriched, the use of nutritional supplements is recommended by doctors. Don’t make your body starve of any mineral or vitamin.

Water should be preferred instead of beverages that are of no good health. Try to avoid the use of food items having excessive oils and sugar. Extra sugary products should be cut down.


Avoiding unhealthy  chemicals and substances

Every single article regarding health insists on avoiding tobacco and alcohol consumption. Tobacco does a lot of damage to teeth and it affects our cosmetic appearance as well as our health.

Tobacco and other chemicals available in plenty can make your life cut short. They can make you sick by causing serious health conditions.

Free sugars should not be consumed on daily basis. We know craving for sweet products is natural. On the other hand, the side effects they have are unnatural and unhealthy. 

Visiting the dentist

A scheduled visit to a dentist protects the teeth and oral cavity.

If we keep on visiting our dentist on regular basis it would help us in having an early diagnosis of some infection. It would be handled immediately without leaving long-lasting health issues. Regular scaling of teeth by a dentist is also recommended. It keeps them healthy and free of microorganisms.


Mark your day to visit a dentist.


Take home message

Low and middle-income countries cannot afford expensive medical protocols. Unfortunately, oral health checkups are not included in facilities provided by the government.
We must work on our health. Having a pleasant appearance offers a lot of confidence. Every one of us wants friends, parties, and outdoor activities. If something is off with us, we would be deprived of our daily life leisure. Stay active and practice all the necessary steps to make your teeth healthy and your oral cavity free of microorganisms.


Candid dialogue

Taking care of teeth does not cost much. It puts an impressive effect on our appearance. If we invest our time in our health today, we can live longer with every organ of our body in the perfect state. If you watch out for daily care of your teeth, you won’t have to pay much for their health because prevention saves us from cures.


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