Key steps for good dental hygiene explained by a dentist in Central Hong Kong
Good dental hygiene starts at home
When it comes to your oral health, the small things you do every day can add up! Dr Tong recommends that patients do the following each day to keep their smiles as healthy as possible:- Brush with a ultrasonic toothbrush at least twice per day, or ideally after every meal. Ensure that you cover all your teeth and brush for a full two minutes to remove any food debris, sugars, and plaque.
- Clean between your teeth with dental floss, floss picks, or other interdental cleaners. That is vital for tooth and gum health, as it helps remove plaque and food from areas that brushing alone cannot.
- If you cannot brush between meals, rinse your mouth with water or chew sugar-free gum to help remove any leftover sugars and starches from your teeth.
- Eat a wholesome diet rich in vegetables and crunchy fruits, which are good for your body and help clean your teeth!
See a dentist for regular cleanings
Seeing your dentist routinely for professional cleanings and check-ups is another vital aspect of maintaining excellent oral health. Even the most thorough brushers and flossers can get a buildup of plaque and tartar on their teeth, and once tartar has formed, it cannot be removed by brushing alone. During a professional cleaning, these disease-causing substances are gently removed from your teeth and then they are polished to help reduce the surface area that bacteria and plaque can cling to. During your check-up, the dentist can also identify any potential problems at an early stage, when they have caused less damage and are less difficult and costly to treat. Dr. Titania Tong proudly serves patients in the Central Hong Kong area and provides general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry services for healthy, beautiful smiles.Back to Dr. Titania Tong's Profile