Dental hygiene is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle. The mouth is filled with bacteria, and this bacteria is a main cause of tooth decay and other dental health problems. Healthy dental hygiene habits help to reduce the amount of damaging bacteria in the mouth and also help strengthen the teeth and gums, which, in turn, prevent tooth decay, gum disease, teeth stains, and bad breath.
Aside from the typical dental hygiene tools most of us use on a daily basis, like mouthwash, a toothbrush, and floss, here is a list of five dental hygiene gadgets you may want to add to your routine:
Tongue scrapers these clean bacterial build-up, food debris, fungi, and dead cells from the surface of the tongue
Water flosser an alternative to traditional floss that uses the power of water pressure to reach in between teeth and dislodge plaque
Tooth brushing timer a smartphone app or a device that counts down to ensure you are brushing for the recommended two minutes
Toothbrush sanitizer will clean and sanitize your toothbrush, killing most of the germs that can remain and breed on wet toothbrushes after brushing
Always remember that your toothbrush should be replaced every three months, or sooner if you find the bristles are frayed or worn, and that a visit to the dentist every six months is recommended to maintain proper dental health.
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