We understand you have a busy schedule; waking up early in the morning, working hard all day, getting back home to spend a little time you have left in the day with your family, and when you hit the bed, you are beyond exhausted. So, when the thought to brushing your teeth the second time crosses your mind, your muscles give up on you. But how long do you think your contagious smile will accompany you if you keep following the same dental hygiene.
Did you know that our teeth are the only part of our body which cannot heal itself?! This makes dental care all the more necessary. Something as simple as just brushing your teeth twice can help you prevent several dental problems. Here, take a look at some benefits of brushing your teeth twice.
#1. Maintains a Fresh Breath
Failing to brush your teeth at regular intervals causes bacteria buildup in the mouth, which leads to a number of problems. Brushing your teeth twice can help you keep a check on this build up of bacteria. Also, you can make a habit of chewing sugar-free gum after every meal.
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#2. Prevents Teeth Staining
Toothpaste contains several abrasives such as calcium carbonate, dehydrated silica gels, phosphate salts hydrates and silicates that remove debris and stains from the surface of our teeth.
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#3. Keeps a Check on Gum Diseases
Not brushing your teeth on a regular basis can lead to building up of plaque which is an accumulation of bacteria and tiny pieces of food in the teeth. This can result in problems like Gingivitis, identified by a yellow lining on the lower part of the tooth. Inflammation of gums and bleeding during brushing are other problems you can face.
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#4. Reduces the Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack
Yes, you heard it right! Though it may be hard to believe, the bacteria in your mouth can cause cardiac problems as well. The bacteria build up can enter the bloodstream, which in turn causes cholesterol buildup in arteries, increasing the chances of a heart attack or stroke.
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#5. Makes Your Baby Healthy
Various studies have shown that gum disease can increase the chances of premature birth or low weight of the child at the time of the birth. It is also believed to be one of the causes of delayed conception as well as impotence. The bacteria buildup, which enters into your bloodstream can flow to the baby in the uterus and causes several threats.
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#6. Saves Money
Prevention is better than cure. Something as simple as brushing teeth twice daily can prevent severe oral problems. This will, in turn, keep your dentist’s fees down.
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#7. Helps your Memory
Yes, that’s right! Some studies have also shown a link between poor dental hygiene and memory loss. Poor dental health has been found to increase the chances of developing dementia by a whopping 30 to 40 percent.
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Tell us what other beneficial dental habits you know through your comments below.
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