Along with health care and teeth care, gum care is also equally important and is often been neglected in our daily lives. Cavity-free mouth doesn’t make sure that you are resistant to gum ailment. Gum disease is the most common cause of bad smell, gum swelling, gum bleeding, tooth loss. If you want to get immune to gum diseases follow the below points-
1. Brush your teeth twice a day – Brushing properly is important to maintain healthy gums. Using a hard toothbrush or brushing too aggressively can deface the gum, instead use a soft toothbrush and brush properly for at least two minutes. Brush in a circular pattern to prevent plaque build-up which gives rise to infection.
2. Floss once daily – Flossing occasionally doesn’t help to prevent gum disease, floss daily all along down the line of the teeth. Floss properly on the connection of gum and teeth, it is mandatory to get rid of plaque from all over the mouth.
3. Use fluoride toothpaste – Toothpaste containing fluoride helps to prevent tooth decay or tooth loss by increasing the remineralization activity rate and slowing down the decay of enamel.
4. Quit smoking – Smoking is injurious for your health as well as your mouth. Smoking weakens your immune system to fight for the infection in your mouth.
5. Regular check-up – Visit to a dentist can help you to take care of your gum in a better way. They will detect your infection at a very early stage and can provide treatment for it. Our dentists also provide better oral customs.