Tips for a brighter smile and clean breath
A genuine smile can light up your face. So why is it that so many women hide their smiles? In my experience, many of my patients were embarrassed by their yellow teeth or bad breath. Unfortunately, as teeth age, they tend to get yellower. But it's not just about appearance...your oral health is also an important indicator of your overall health. You see, your mouth is the window to the rest of your body. So if your mouth is not healthy, your body is not healthy. That's why it's so important to practice good daily oral care.
In addition to the dental basics - such as avoiding sugar and getting regular cleanings - the following steps can keep your teeth healthy so you'll have a gorgeous smile for years to come.
•Clean between your teeth, in the spaces where food provides a feast for destructive bacteria. The best tools are the BrushPik 250 and dental tape, which is a wider floss shaped like tape instead of thread. Both are available in the dental health aisle.
•Boost your saliva. Saliva is a natural tooth-saver. I recommend chewing sugar-free gum (preferably a brand sweetened with tooth-friendly xylitol, such as Spry) to keep your mouth optimally moist
•Scrape your tongue at least twice a day. This dramatically cuts down on the bacterial population in your mouth and makes it easier for your immune system to protect your teeth and gums. Tongue scrapers are available in the dental health aisle at most drug.
•Try oil pulling - a daily Ayurvedic practice that moisturizes your teeth. Before you brush in the morning, swish a teaspoon of organic sesame oil in your mouth for a few minutes, then spit it out.
•Stop the wear-and-tear of tooth enamel by brushing frequently rather than vigorously. I particularly like a gentle, highly effective automatic toothbrush called the HydraBrush . Its unique design with eight patented micro-brushes that move back and forth in a brushing motion actually improves your dental health.
•Consider a good tooth whitener. In my opinion, teeth whitening is generally safe and quite effective. You can get your teeth professionally whitened, but this process can be expensive. Luckily, there are ways you can safely and effectively whiten your teeth at home. Many people find that whitening toothpastes are relatively ineffective, so I suggest foregoing those and using a product called SprayWhite 90 . This at-home teeth whitening system has been shown in studies to naturally and thoroughly whiten teeth up to 7 shades with a single application.
•Take coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). Studies have shown that CoQ10 levels are linked to healthy gums. There is evidence that those with higher levels of CoQ10 have healthier gums than those with lower levels. I recommend taking 100 mg of CoQ10 daily for dental health.
By following these easy steps, you'll continue to have excellent oral health and prevent any future dental problems. You'll have no problem showing off those beautiful pearly whites. After all, as Broadway legend Martin Charnin once quipped, "You're never fully dressed without a smile."
To your health,
Susan M. Lark, M.D.
P.S. There's a sweet treat that I absolutely love because it's good for your teeth and studies show that it improves gum health. Try a 1/2 teaspoon a day of manuka honey, which is available at many health food stores.
Courtesy: Susan M. Lark, M.D. Newsletter
In addition to the dental basics - such as avoiding sugar and getting regular cleanings - the following steps can keep your teeth healthy so you'll have a gorgeous smile for years to come.
•Clean between your teeth, in the spaces where food provides a feast for destructive bacteria. The best tools are the BrushPik 250 and dental tape, which is a wider floss shaped like tape instead of thread. Both are available in the dental health aisle.
•Boost your saliva. Saliva is a natural tooth-saver. I recommend chewing sugar-free gum (preferably a brand sweetened with tooth-friendly xylitol, such as Spry) to keep your mouth optimally moist
•Scrape your tongue at least twice a day. This dramatically cuts down on the bacterial population in your mouth and makes it easier for your immune system to protect your teeth and gums. Tongue scrapers are available in the dental health aisle at most drug.
•Try oil pulling - a daily Ayurvedic practice that moisturizes your teeth. Before you brush in the morning, swish a teaspoon of organic sesame oil in your mouth for a few minutes, then spit it out.
•Stop the wear-and-tear of tooth enamel by brushing frequently rather than vigorously. I particularly like a gentle, highly effective automatic toothbrush called the HydraBrush . Its unique design with eight patented micro-brushes that move back and forth in a brushing motion actually improves your dental health.
•Consider a good tooth whitener. In my opinion, teeth whitening is generally safe and quite effective. You can get your teeth professionally whitened, but this process can be expensive. Luckily, there are ways you can safely and effectively whiten your teeth at home. Many people find that whitening toothpastes are relatively ineffective, so I suggest foregoing those and using a product called SprayWhite 90 . This at-home teeth whitening system has been shown in studies to naturally and thoroughly whiten teeth up to 7 shades with a single application.
•Take coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). Studies have shown that CoQ10 levels are linked to healthy gums. There is evidence that those with higher levels of CoQ10 have healthier gums than those with lower levels. I recommend taking 100 mg of CoQ10 daily for dental health.
By following these easy steps, you'll continue to have excellent oral health and prevent any future dental problems. You'll have no problem showing off those beautiful pearly whites. After all, as Broadway legend Martin Charnin once quipped, "You're never fully dressed without a smile."
To your health,
Susan M. Lark, M.D.
P.S. There's a sweet treat that I absolutely love because it's good for your teeth and studies show that it improves gum health. Try a 1/2 teaspoon a day of manuka honey, which is available at many health food stores.
Courtesy: Susan M. Lark, M.D. Newsletter
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