How do I look after my smile on the go?
With the holiday season coming up we have put together information about looking after your teeth when you are out and about whether on holiday or at work.
Most of us brush our teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste but the inevitable build-up of bacteria means that they are still under attack in-between times.
How do I look after my teeth when I am on holiday?
If you are planning a holiday consider your family’s oral health before you go. Travel brushes might seem like a good space saving idea but generally they are not of a great quality. You can’t beat an electric toothbrush but if you are going abroad don’t forget an adapter, otherwise pack a good quality toothbrush, floss and some fluoride toothpaste – these can be expensive and hard to come by in tourist destinations.
How can acid lead to cavities?
Our teeth are at risk of acid attack after we eat and drink anything. Whether contained in foods, or converted from sugars by your mouth's bacteria, acid dissolves the tooth enamel and dentine leading to cavities and tooth decay.
How can chewing gum help protect my teeth against acid attack?
Evidence has shown that incorporating sugar-free gum into our busy lifestyles can improve our oral health. Saliva helps replace the minerals that the enamel has lost after eating. Chewing sugar free gum after eating or drinking helps you produce more saliva to significantly speed up this recovery process.
Combined with a good oral health regime, chewing sugar-free gum after eating can quickly lower the amount of time that acid attacks the teeth. It is also a habit that is easy to get into when you are on the go on holiday, at work or elsewhere.
Where can I get advice from a good dentist in Renfrewshire?
If you would like to find out more visit us at Kilbarchan Dental Practice, call 01505 704969 or click www.kilbarchandental.co.uk where you’ll find lots more free tips and advice.