Is brushing twice a day enough? Brushing is important but its only part of the story. It is very important to clean between your teeth daily, to get to the areas of your teeth that your toothbrush cannot reach. If you do not clean between your teeth with either interdental brushes, floss or dental sticks, you may be leaving up to 40% of your tooth surfaces uncleaned. Brushing and interdental cleaning are absolutely key to helping maintain healthy teeth and gums throughout your life. ! Did you know the most common oral diseases often start between the teeth? What else can I do to keep my teeth and mouth healthy? Checking the effectiveness of your brushing technique couldn’t be simpler by using a plaque disclosing agent. Plaque disclosing agents contain special dyes that make it easy to see plaque. Choose a two-tone one that shows old and new plaque. A guide to good oral hygiene • Brush all tooth surfaces and gum margins twice a day with a fluoridated toothpaste. • The mouth, like the rest of the body, needs a balanced diet so try to eat your five a day. Try to keep consumption of sugar-containing foods and drinks to meal times. Reduce the frequency of acidic and fizzy drinks. Can´t find time to brush after meals? Try some sugar free gum. • Cleaning your tongue daily can help prevent bad breath and improve your sense of taste. • Smoking damages all aspects of your health including your teeth and gums. Giving up smoking can be extremely difficult, ask your dental care professional for advice. ! Two thirds of all adults have visible plaque on their teeth even after brushing. We care for healthy smiles TePe has been promoting healthy smiles since 1965. At our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, we design and produce interdental brushes, toothbrushes and other oral hygiene products that are available in more than 60 countries worldwide. All TePe products are developed in collaboration with dental expertise. For more information: Search TePe UK TePe Oral Hygiene Products Ltd. Eklund House, 6 Cathedral Avenue, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1FD Telephone: 01749 608 800, Email: info@tepe.co.uk www.tepe.co.uk BR130007UK © TePe Munhygienprodukter AB. 203UK / 2017 Issue 2. Looking after your teeth
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