Harris Family Dental Practice
Is your mouth healthy? Just because it does not cause pain does not automatically mean it is!
Regular prevention at home is essential, as is a routine dental examination.
Here are some simple tips to maintain a healthy mouth.
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brush twice a day - we always say this - that's because it's so important
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brush for 2 minutes - any less and you are likely to miss some places
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brush your teeth AND your gums - plaque hides in hard to reach areas
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dont scrub when you brush - consider using a rotating power brush
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clean between your teeth - floss or tepe brushes are ideal
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avoid sugar and acid containing foods and drinks between meals
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try to avoid snacking - 3 meals and 2 snacks a day are enough
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stop smoking - a major risk of oral cancer
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reduce alcohol to recommended levels 14 units for women and men each week
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smoking and drinking together increase oral cancer risk more
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eat a varied diet rich in different coloured fruit and veg- helps with cancer prevention
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the HPV virus is implicated in throat cancer - it is transmitted through sexual contact