Brushing your teeth is an important part of your dental care routine. Oral health refers to the health of the teeth, gums and entire mouth that help us speak, eat and smile. Some of the most common diseases that affect oral health include cavity (tooth decay), periodontal disease, and oral cancer. According to the reports, if the mouth is not cleaned properly then the risk of heart diseases increases.
what experts say
During a program organized in the Dentist Department of Lady Hardinge Medical College on Sunday on World Oral Health Day, experts said that if the mouth is not cleaned properly then it also affects the health. If it is not kept clean, the risk of heart disease increases manifold. At the same time, if the pyorrhoea in the gums is not treated properly, the baby can be born prematurely. If a pregnant mother has pyorrhoea, there can be many problems for the baby. This problem becomes even more serious if the mother has diabetes.
Heart disease and oral health
There are millions of bacteria in the cavity of the mouth, so people who are aware of the cleanliness of their mouth, this number is less in their mouth, but in people who are very lazy about cleaning the mouth, this bacteria can be transmitted through the blood veins to the heart. Make a way to reach
What is the right way of brushing
Hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the gums. Gently move the brush back and forth in short strokes. Brush the outer surfaces, inner surfaces and chewing surfaces of the teeth. Tilt the brush lengthwise and make several up-and-down strokes to clean the inner surfaces of the front teeth.
keep these things in mind
Clean between teeth once a day. Tooth decay-causing bacteria still live between teeth where toothbrush bristles cannot reach. It helps to remove plaque and food particles from between the teeth and under the gum line. Follow a balanced diet that limits sugary drinks and snacks. Visit your dentist for prevention and treatment of oral disease.