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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Kala Paul-Worika

Brushing up your dental habits: five tips for better oral care

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Follow these tips to keep your teeth in top condition. Photograph: BONNINSTUDIO/Stocksy United

Prevention is better than cure, goes the old adage – and this rings especially true for oral care. Of course we all know we should be having regular dental checkups, but what exactly needs to be done to ensure every nook and cranny of your mouth is in good shape?

It’s time for a change in routine
You may consider it a job well done to be meeting the requirement of brushing your teeth twice a day. But there’s more you could be doing to help keep your mouth fresh and clean. Brushing your teeth with just a toothbrush only does up to 60% of the task, so why not put in the extra work and use an interdental brush?

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