The party season just got over and the wedding season is upon us and if you want to really flash that alluring smile, you need to make sure you take good care of your teeth first.
The festive season has been the time for chocolates, cakes, sweets and savouries and none are teeth-friendly, no wonder dentists say that complaints of cavities and other dental issues escalate right after the party season.
Aesthetic dentist Dr Shantanu says, "You need to set some rules during this season so that you can satisfy your cravings and yet keep cavities at bay."
Dentists say when you drink water right after you have something sweet, it stops the sugar from doing too much damage. Dr Karishma Jaradi, cosmetic dentist, says, "Drinking water is as effective as flossing. Water helps to get in between the teeth and cleans it."
Every time you have to rush to a party, make sure that you have taken ample care of your dental hygiene. Dentist Dr Kinjal Shah says, "Visit a dentist for a clean up or cavity checks before you go out for parties. It will incur minimum expenditure and save you from a large dental bill later."
The party season invariably translates into an increase in your smoking and drinking habits, which stains your teeth. Dr Shantanu says, "The ideal tip here is to avoid both smoking and drinking. One should massage gums with fingers after brushing, as this increases the blood supply and provides nutrition to the gums. Don't forget to clean your tongue with a tongue cleaner - this is as important as cleaning your teeth. Rinse your mouth thoroughly after eating anything to reduce the accumulation of food residues in the mouth."
Here are a few simple tips that can help you protect your pearly whites.
-Use a straw when drinking fruit juices, soda pop, and even coffee. Soft drinks and coffee stain your teeth and the sugar in them will erode the enamel on your teeth.
-Sip black tea instead of milk tea.
-Use a mouthwash and toothpaste with fluoride everyday.
-An apple a day keeps not only the doctor away but also the dentist away.
-Sugary foods attack your teeth 20 minutes after you finish eating them. If you eat something sweet, try and brush your teeth soon after.
-Chewing sugarfree gum can help promote good dental hygiene and reduce cavities.
-When flossing remember to pay special attention to the back of your teeth, which a lot of people over look.
Try these healthy snacks any time of day- they don't attack your teeth
4 Celery and carrot snacks with humus or avocado dip
4 Vegemite crackers with cheese
4 Plain yoghurt, fresh fruit and nuts
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