Oral Health Habits for Men
Boost Your Wellness By Taking Care Of Your Mouth
Taking care of your teeth is very important, but men are more likely to ignore their dental health. If you don’t brush, acids in your mouth can break down tooth enamel and cause oral problems:
- Bad breath
- Pain
- Cavities
- More trips to the dentist
How to Prevent Problems
- Brush twice a day, making sure one brushing is at night before bedtime. If you don’t go to sleep with a clean mouth, food sits on your teeth all night long.
- Buy a toothbrush with soft bristles and a good grip so you don’t hurt yourself while brushing. Hard bristles can damage your teeth.
- Brush for at least two minutes to remove plaque and bacteria. You don’t need press with a lot of force — spend more time using less pressure.
- Floss once a day to get rid of leftover food stuck between your teeth.
- Swap in a new toothbrush every three months, or sooner if you’ve recently been sick.
- Make sure to schedule regular preventive exams, which are covered by your dental plan.
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