1. Consult your dentist regularly
The examinations and regular professional cleanings are the best way to prevent problems or prevent them from worsening.

Your dentist will review it to detect signs of oral disease. They often go unnoticed and may indicate or cause serious health problems is headquartered elsewhere in the body.

Only your dentist has the training, skills and expertise to diagnose and treat oral disease and to meet all your needs in oral health.
 

2. Observe good oral hygiene

Brush your teeth and tongue with a toothbrush soft bristled at least 2 times a day with a fluoride toothpaste to remove plaque and bacteria responsible for cavities and periodontal diseases (gum disease).

Pass the floss every day. Without floss, you fail more than one third of the surface of your teeth.

When choosing oral hygiene products, look for the seal of recognition of the Dental Association.
 

3. Eat balanced

Healthy foods promote general health and oral health. The nutrients from healthy foods help fight cavities and gum disease.

Avoid excess sugar. This is one of the main causes of dental problems.
 

4. Check your mouth regularly

Notice the warning signs of periodontal diseases (gum disease). Gum disease is one of the main reasons for dentement in adults. These signs include:

gums reddish, shiny, swollen, painful or sensitive
bleeding when brushing or the passage of dental floss
persistent bad breath

Detect the warning signs of oral cancer. The 3 most common sites for oral cancer are the sides and the base of the tongue and the floor of the mouth. Signs and symptoms include:

unexplained bleeding
open lesions that do not heal in 7 to 10 days
of red or white patches
numbness or tingling
Small bumps and thickening of the sides or base of the tongue, floor of the mouth, palate or the inside of the cheeks or gums

Report the appearance of any symptoms to your dentist.
 

5. Do not smoke and Stop tobacco chewing

Smoking and chewing tobacco is hazardous to your health and your oral health.

Smoking is a major cause of tooth loss due to gum disease and can cause serious health problems, such as cancer of the mouth.

Smoking can also cause heart disease and various cancers.

If you take care of your teeth and gums at your house and you see your dentist regularly, you should keep your smile for life.