Oral and dental hygiene as one of the vital aspects of public health has always been of special attention to individuals, professionals and society. The health of this part of our body, in addition to affecting the process of chewing and digesting food, also plays a very important role in the beauty of our face. But what is the meaning of oral and dental health? Which state is called "healthy" and which state is called "unhealthy"? What problems will we face if we do not observe our oral and dental hygiene? And finally, what can we do to keep our teeth healthy? We suggest that you stay with us until the end of this article and read the most important points related to oral health and hygiene from the best dental specialists of Dr. Banyanian Clinic... What is the meaning of oral and dental hygiene?... Oral and dental hygiene** is a set of preventive measures that are taken to take care of the health of the mouth, teeth, gums and soft and hard tissues of the mouth. And awareness of the importance of oral and dental hygiene can increase people's awareness of oral and dental health as a part of.... Know what an important role it plays in maintaining the health of our teeth, we take care of them more obsessively.... For example, it is not bad to pay attention to the structure of your mouth.... Failure to observe oral and dental hygiene can turn your mouth into a pathway for the entry and transfer of harmful bacteria to the digestive tract or even the respiratory tract.... just like what happened during the Corona epidemic or not paying attention Cheers! The process....you can enjoy years of talking, eating and smiling... In addition, if doing a few simple and routine things like brushing or flossing can ensure the safety and health of this area of ​​our body, why should we be negligent in observing hygiene principles?!... 6 steps to achieve healthy mouth and teeth.. No dentist wants you to look for an illogical or difficult solution to keep your mouth and teeth healthy (such as planting a mint plant and preparing fresh toothpaste with it).. But if you follow only 6 practical steps, you can enjoy the beauty and health of your teeth for the rest of your life... ### 1... brush your teeth Correct brushing is the first step to keep the teeth and gums clean... By removing the plaques and debris created on the surface of the mouth and teeth, it prevents the occurrence of gum problems and the transformation of plaque into debris... #### The correct method of brushing to maintain teeth health To get the best results from brushing your teeth, you must do it correctly and with the right toothbrush... Choose a toothbrush with a soft toothbrush that fits the size of your mouth and replace it every 3 months. - Hold the toothbrush at an angle of 45 degrees to the gum line.... - Brush all the surfaces of the teeth, including the inside (back of the teeth) and the outside surfaces with short back and forth movements.... - If your toothbrush has a tongue cleaner, use it to brush the surface of your tongue.... #Flook##2 Wash yourself with water too.... Flossing is a very important daily step to take care of your oral health.... This thin floss helps Removing leftover food from behind the teeth helps prevent tooth decay and reduce the risk of gum disease... **Nazi Benianian:** > To use dental floss, you need to separate a part of about 45 cm from the floss and wrap it around the index finger of your left and right hand.... then while holding the floss with the help of your thumb, try to move the floss slowly between your fingers with up and down movements to remove anything stuck on the tooth and some people do not floss well.. this process seems difficult for them... but practice and repetition will do it Drag for Make it easier for you... ### 3... Using mouthwash Nowadays, the name of mouthwashes is heard a lot and it seems that people have realized their importance more than before.... Using mouthwash (along with brushing and flossing) can help improve your oral and dental health. Mouthwashes reduce the amount of acid in the mouth, and by reaching the parts that are inside and around it, it is not possible to clean the gums and gums. There are several points about mouthwash that you should pay special attention to: - Specialists of Dr. Benianian's dental clinic suggest using mouthwash every other day....because excessive use of this substance leads to severe tooth sensitivity, dry mouth, discoloration of teeth and even bleeding gums....- Every time you use mouthwash, swirl the liquid in your mouth for 30 seconds and direct the edge of your mouth towards your mouth... Check this issue by reading the writings on the product packaging.... ### 4.... Adhering to the diet The foods you consume throughout the day have a great impact on your overall health as well as your oral health.. For example, if you regularly consume acidic drinks (such as soda) or sugary snacks, you are more likely to be exposed to tooth decay. consumption, read the nutrition table and ingredient labels on foods and drinks and choose the options that have the least amount of sugar... But you definitely know that the most sweetness in foods is in juices, juices, ice creams... Dr. Benianian dental clinic specialists suggest you to choose your diet from the following food groups to maintain your oral and dental health: - Cereals - Fruits - Vegetables - lean protein sources such as lean beef, skinless chicken and fish; Dry beans, peas and other legumes - Low-fat and fat-free dairy foods Also, don't forget to drink plenty of water....limit the number of snacks you have and choose something healthy for your snacks....such as fruit, vegetables or a bite of bread and cheese....#### Chew sugar-free gum.. Another recommendation we have to maintain the health of your mouth and teeth is to chew sugar-free gums.. Sugar-free gums can help reduce the amount of bacteria in the mouth.. These gums stimulate the flow of saliva and wash the teeth with calcium and phosphate ions (which help restore tooth enamel). Prevent diseases. Some of the most obvious and harmful habits that we consider are: **⇐ Chewing nails or other objects:** Chewing nails or any other unusual object (such as the end of a pencil), puts pressure on your teeth and gums and damages their health... If you want to have healthy teeth, stop biting your nails! and it leads to tooth decay.... use all kinds of night protectors to take care of the teeth against the damage caused by grinding teeth... and it leads to oral cancer... the lowest possible level... ### 6... regular visits to the dentist The dentist can detect your oral and dental problems in the early stages and treat them. The sooner your dental treatment is done, the more serious and costly problems will be avoided. It is the most professional clinic to maintain your oral and dental health in Tehran.. This clinic aims to provide modern and advanced dental services and employ experienced administrative and therapeutic staff, all dental services including: - Examination and scaling of teeth - Treatment of tooth decay - Treatment of diseases and types of gum surgery - Removing the nerve and filling the tooth - Tooth extraction - Dental implant - Types of orthodontics - Teeth whitening - and dental laminate and composite will provide you... To get a free consultation and book an appointment, contact us through the form below... The best ways to prevent oral and dental diseases To prevent oral and dental diseases such as tooth decay, gingivitis and bad breath, it is very important to observe personal hygiene and have a healthy lifestyle... Continuous use of simple but effective care methods can maintain oral and dental health and reduce the need for expensive treatments... In addition to daily care, periodic examinations by a dentist also play an important role in prevention... Correct jaw and face, proper nutrition, general health and self-confidence of the child help... For this reason, to maintain the health of children's teeth, you must: - Clean her gums and teeth from birth... - Teach her to brush and floss her teeth... - Visit the dentist regularly... - Give her a healthy diet and a low-sugar diet... - And avoid smoking in her living environment... Teaching oral health to children is very important and can make them used to having good oral and dental habits... A gift... Dental health during pregnancy One of the common complications of pregnancy is tooth decay.... This complication occurs due to morning nausea and vomiting and a decrease in blood calcium levels during this period, and it endangers the health of the mother's teeth... and the mother's teeth can also harm the fetus.... So be as diligent as possible in taking care of your and your child's health by following the health and hygiene tips... **Read more:** Treatment of toothache during pregnancy **final summary** Observing the principles of oral and dental hygiene is the most logical and cost-effective way to take care of teeth. This method prevents problems such as gum disease and tooth decay by keeping the teeth healthy.. Try to help maintain the health of your teeth by observing your oral and dental hygiene with several simple solutions for dental visits and dental courses..