Smile Proverbs :)
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1:1 Enjoying a green apple when you can’t brush is an excellent way to create more saliva, which cleans your teeth and freshens your breath.
1:2 Fighting cavities is easier thanks to Xylitol (http://www.xylitol.org/dental-benefits-of-xylitol), a natural sweetener that prevents bacteria from sticking to teeth. Look for it in certain toothpastes, chewing gum, mouthwash, and candy.
1:3 Got the bad breath blues? Breathe easy. Eat plain yogurt with active cultures daily. It reduces odor-causing hydrogen sulfide and bacteria in your mouth.
1:4 Battle bad breath with herbs like coriander, spearmint, tarragon, eucalyptus, rosemary and cardamom. Steep them in hot water for a refreshing tonic.
1:5 Citric acid and phosphoric acid in sodas make them as nearly as corrosive to dental enamel as battery acid. It depletes calcium in bone, too. The phosphate content in sodas causes calcium levels to go down and that depletes calcium from the bone.
1:6 A dental cleaning every six months not only keeps your teeth and gums healthy, it could also reduce your risk of heart disease and strokes.
1:7 Regular dental cleanings and check ups, as well as flossing daily and brushing twice a day, are key factors in preventing gum disease.
1:8 A deficiency in Vitamin C can result in bleeding gums and gum disease known as gingivitis. Try Acerola cherries, kiwis, and papaya in your diet.
1:9 Pomegranates are as good as prescription mouthwash at removing plaque. The bright red fruit is rich in polyphenolic flavonoids — compounds with antibacterial properties.
1:10 Your tongue is covered with tiny projections where plaque and food can hide and cause bad breath. Gently brush it well.
1:11 Be the boss of floss. Remove plaque by sliding dental floss up against the entire length of each tooth. Go below the gum line, too.
1:1 Enjoying a green apple when you can’t brush is an excellent way to create more saliva, which cleans your teeth and freshens your breath.
1:2 Fighting cavities is easier thanks to Xylitol (http://www.xylitol.org/dental-benefits-of-xylitol), a natural sweetener that prevents bacteria from sticking to teeth. Look for it in certain toothpastes, chewing gum, mouthwash, and candy.
1:3 Got the bad breath blues? Breathe easy. Eat plain yogurt with active cultures daily. It reduces odor-causing hydrogen sulfide and bacteria in your mouth.
1:4 Battle bad breath with herbs like coriander, spearmint, tarragon, eucalyptus, rosemary and cardamom. Steep them in hot water for a refreshing tonic.
1:5 Citric acid and phosphoric acid in sodas make them as nearly as corrosive to dental enamel as battery acid. It depletes calcium in bone, too. The phosphate content in sodas causes calcium levels to go down and that depletes calcium from the bone.
1:6 A dental cleaning every six months not only keeps your teeth and gums healthy, it could also reduce your risk of heart disease and strokes.
1:7 Regular dental cleanings and check ups, as well as flossing daily and brushing twice a day, are key factors in preventing gum disease.
1:8 A deficiency in Vitamin C can result in bleeding gums and gum disease known as gingivitis. Try Acerola cherries, kiwis, and papaya in your diet.
1:9 Pomegranates are as good as prescription mouthwash at removing plaque. The bright red fruit is rich in polyphenolic flavonoids — compounds with antibacterial properties.
1:10 Your tongue is covered with tiny projections where plaque and food can hide and cause bad breath. Gently brush it well.
1:11 Be the boss of floss. Remove plaque by sliding dental floss up against the entire length of each tooth. Go below the gum line, too.