The festive season is here. For most, it is time tolet their hair loose and enjoy it to the fullest. In recent times, chocolateshave emerged as a favourite gift, especially for children. Not just this, avariety of sweets are gifted and consumed during this period. However, once thefestivities are over, people often complain of toothache.
While taking part in celebrations, must notforget to keep a watch on your health. Oral health constitutes an importantpart of overall health and one must take good care of this aspect.
It is a known fact that excessive sugar can beharmful to our bodies and our teeth. It is also known to have a directconnection to tooth decay. Here are some simple tips that dentistsrecommend during the festive time to protect teeth and gums.
Dr Mohender Narula, Founder and Chairman,MyDentalPlan Healthcare Pvt. Ltd, says,“Sugar and artificial sweeteners are highly acidic foods and can soften toothenamel. Brushing soon after eating consuming acidic food can damage the enamel.One should avoid brushing teeth for about 30 minutes afterwards to avoid thenegative effects. Apart from this, it is recommended to floss teeth at leastonce at it helps in removing food particles and bacteria that may remaintrapped between our teeth”.
“It is important to include brushing in ourdaily routine. Brushing every morning and night before bedtime seems to be thestandard way for most of us. During the festive time too, people should followthis routine,” says, Dr Deepak Kulkarni, Sphurthi Dental care and OralRehabilitation centre.
Here are a few tips to take care of the dentalhealth
Follow proper dental health regime
During the festive times, not only dopeople indulge more than they should but also fail to keep up with theirexisting routine. People should continue to follow the basic routine such asbrushing twice daily and flossing their teeth even during celebrations.
Use a good toothbrushUsing a good toothbrush is recommended forgood oral hygiene. Also, one should make it a point to change the brush everytwo to three months or after recovering from any sickness such as viral.
Be hydratedIt is essential to keep the body hydrated.Even during festive times, it is recommended to have water before and aftersweets. This can prevent sweets from sticking to the surface of the tooth.
Teeth are for chewingAlways remember that teeth are for chewingand not meant to be tools. We Indians have the habit of opening bottles withteeth. Some people even use them to open packets. This may result in manyaccidents and should be avoided.
Always be mindful of what you are having and itsimpact on overall health. In case of any trouble, consult a dentist and taketimely treatment.