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If you typically wear lipstick, you can actually use varieties of it to conceal tooth discoloration. Either a light red shade or medium coral lipstick helps to give the teeth a much whiter look than they might actually be. Shades of lipstick that are lighter will reverse this effect. Lighter shades may make your white teeth appear yellow.



The two stages of gum disease are gingivitis and periodontitis. Early signs of gum disease include dental sensitivity, bad breath and red, swollen or bleeding gums. Gingivitis is fairly easy to treat. However, periodontitis is much more severe. These infected areas of the mouth lead to the breakdown of bone tissue and tooth loss.



Every time that you brush your teeth you should floss your teeth thoroughly. Flossing is the best way to remove food from in between your teeth, which will then greatly reduce the chance that you will get cavities. The more often that you floss, the better, especially if you do it after every meal.



Flossing is not difficult, but many people have a hard time doing it. Ask your dentist to demonstrate for you on a model of the mouth and to allow you to practice on that same model. You can also floss in front of the mirror in your dentist's presence so that you can learn how to floss properly.



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It is significant to teach kids the importance of good dental care as early as possible. Help them to understand why brushing is important and how it keeps their teeth clean. Establishing good early habits will set the foundation for your child taking care of their teeth as they get older.



Time how long you brush your teeth. You should in fact spend no less than two full minutes doing it. Make sure that you brush the outside, inside and tops or bottoms of every tooth. Also make sure that you brush underneath or above both of your gumlines too.



When it comes to brushing your teeth, even your grip on the toothbrush can affect the end result. You need to hold your brush at an angle to your teeth to effectively brush. Next, move it around in a circular fashion. Just brush up to your gum line because anything further up could end up causing you some discomfort.



It's a good idea to purchase a new toothbrush every couple of months. This will ensure that your brush stays clean and keeps your mouth happy. Use a brush with soft or medium bristles; hard bristles can wear away tooth enamel and result in painful or bleeding gums. To help ensure a quality toothbrush, choose a name brand one.





 
 
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