Oral Health Tips | Adult Oral Health

What can adults do to maintain good oral health?

Oral Health Tips - Keep your teeth throughout your life. Here are some tips you'll need to do to ensure an energized mouth and healthy teeth.

• Drink fluoridated fluid and brush your teeth using fluoride-based toothpaste.
• Keep your mouth clean. Make sure to clean your teeth thoroughly every day, and floss regularly between your teeth to get rid of dental plaque.

• Make an appointment with your dentist at least every year, regardless you don't have natural teeth or dentures.
• Avoid using the products of tobacco. Smokers should stop.
• Beware of alcohol-related drinks.
• If you are suffering from diabetes, try to keep control of your disease. This reduces the chance of other complications, such as gum disease. Gum disease treatment can reduce your blood sugar levels.
• If you take medication that creates a dry or thick mouth, consults your physician for a different medication that doesn't cause this problem. If dry mouth can't be avoided, drink plenty of water, chew sugar-free gum, and stay away from smoking tobacco and alcohol.
• Consult your physician or dentist if there are abrupt changes in your taste or smell.
• As a caregiver, assist older patients to brush or floss their teeth if they aren't able to do these tasks on their own.