Good oral health means keeping your:
- Teeth
- Gums
- Mouth
healthy every day.
It is an important part of overall health and wellbeing.
🪥 Why Oral Health is Important
Looking after your mouth helps your whole body stay healthy.
Good oral health can help prevent:
- Tooth decay
- Gum disease
- Tooth loss
It may also reduce the risk of some long-term health conditions, including:
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
🧠 Daily Oral Care Routine
Good oral hygiene should be done every day.
🪥 Brushing teeth
- Brush twice a day
- Brush for 2 minutes each time
- Use fluoride toothpaste
- Use a soft toothbrush
🧵 Cleaning between teeth
- Floss daily
- Or use interdental brushes or water flossers
This removes food and plaque between teeth.
👅 Cleaning the tongue
- Brush or clean your tongue
- This helps remove bacteria and reduce bad breath
🪥 Replacing toothbrushes
- Replace toothbrush every 3–4 months
- Or sooner if worn out
🍬 Diet and Oral Health
What you eat affects your teeth.
Try to:
- Limit sugary foods and drinks
- Avoid frequent snacking on sugar
- Eat more fruits and vegetables
- Drink water regularly
Sugar can increase the risk of tooth decay.
⚠️ Signs of Poor Oral Health
Signs that oral health may be getting worse include:
- Persistent bad breath
- Bleeding gums
- Tooth pain or sensitivity
- Loose teeth
- Swollen or sore gums
These signs may show infection or gum disease.
🦠 Common Oral Health Problems
🦷 Cavities (tooth decay)
- Very common
- Caused by bacteria and sugar
🪥 Gum disease
- Infections in gums
- Can lead to tooth loss
💧 Dry mouth
- Not enough saliva
- Increases risk of decay
⚠️ Oral cancer
- Higher risk with smoking and alcohol use
🏥 Dental Check-Ups
Regular dental visits are important.
- Visit a dentist at least once a year
- Many people benefit from visits every 6 months
More frequent visits may be needed if you:
- Smoke
- Have diabetes
- Have gum disease
- Have ongoing dental problems
🧴 Oral Health Products
Helpful products include:
- 🪥 Fluoride toothpaste
- 🪥 Soft toothbrush (manual or electric)
- 🧵 Dental floss or interdental brushes
- 💧 Mouthwash (if recommended by a dentist)
🧠 Oral Health and the Whole Body
Oral health is linked to overall health.
Good oral care may help reduce risks linked to:
- Heart disease
- Diabetes
- Some brain health conditions
Taking care of your mouth supports your whole body.
📌 Key Message
Oral health is part of overall health.
To stay healthy:
- Brush twice a day
- Clean between teeth
- Eat less sugar
- Visit the dentist regularly
- Look out for early warning signs
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