Of all the health problems that can plague us, those involving our teeth are probably the most preventable. A few simple habits that most of us learned as children are pretty much all you need to maintain good oral hygiene.  

However, just because we learned these habits as children doesn't mean we remember them today, and proper technique can make all the difference in the world.

• How to Brush Your Teeth
  
  Brushing your teeth is important to remove stray food particles, massage the gums, eliminate plaque, and freshen breath. It also helps to defend against cavities and periodontal disease. Proper brushing technique is just as important as vigilance -- be sure you bone up on the proper way to wield that toothbrush.
  
  
• How to Floss Your Teeth
  
  Regular flossing is your best defense against gum disease, and it also fights cavities and decay. Good flossing technique will help you remove debris between the teeth, preventing gingivitis and periodontitis. Using the right floss and dental-cleaning equipment will aid in this process.
  
  
• How to Whiten Your Teeth
  
  Some stains can be cleaned by regular visits to the dentist, while others require more aggressive measures. Brushing and flossing regularly is the best way to prevent stains. Professional bleaching can be effective in returning your teeth to a glimmering state.
  
  
• An Anticavity Diet
  
  To promote strong, heathy teeth, eat a diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, vitamin C, and fluoride. Simple sugars and starchy foods are a banquet feast for oral bacteria. A diet that is full of sugars and overprocessed foods (or one devoid of vitamins, minerals, and crunchy fruits and vegetables) can eventually lead to decay, even in the mouths of the most avid brushers and flossers.
  
  
• Visiting the Dentist
  
  Don't let anxiety keep you away from the dentist's office -- the dentist is an important partner in maintaining your oral health. During a professional cleaning, the dentist or hygienist removes tartar and polishes the surface of your teeth, making it harder for plaque and tartar to adhere to them. The dentist then thoroughly examines your teeth and gums to search for any problem areas.
  
  Oral hygiene is very important for the overall health of the body and teeth. Here are top 10 facts which are important for a good oral dental hygiene.
  

Top 10 oral hygiene facts

1. Change the toothbrush for every 3 months: The American Dental Association (ADA) has recommended people to change the toothbrush at least every 3 months.
   
   
2. Use a fluoride toothpaste: Toothpaste that contains fluoride is very good for the teeth, as it helps to fight against the bacteria causing various diseases. It also gives a refreshing breath.
   
   
3. Use proper brushing technique: Overactive brushing can harm your teeth. One can consult your dentist to know the proper technique of brushing to clean the teeth
   
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4. Flossing: Flossing also helps to eliminate bacteria. So it very good to floss after every meals.
   
   
5. Healthy diet: One should have a healthy food which includes nuts, carrots and celery sticks. These are know as “Palace of Cleaning”, as they clean the tooth root. A sprig of parsley will also helps to prevent bad breath.
   
   
6. Regular check up for every 6 months: It is one of the most important fact, as regular checkup by the dentist helps to know the dental health and other disease if present. This helps to prevent the disease at an early stage.
   
   
7. Take guidance from your dentist: Dentists can know the condition of the teeth, he/she can take advice from the dentist for the dental health. You can also you prescribed mouth washes and rinsers for good oral hygiene.
   
   
8. Carry a travel kit with the dental products: You may not take the whole dental kit with you, so one buy a small dental hygiene kit. Thus, you can brush your teeth after having every meal.
   
   
9. Give sufficient time for the oral hygiene: One should always brush and floss the teeth properly. However, rushing to brush and floss can harm the teeth.
   
   
10. Clean the Tongue: For a complete oral hygiene, one should clean the tongue to eliminate bacteria from the teeth

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