Oral Health Essentials: Practical Tips and Principles for Keeping Your Teeth and Gums Healthy

Book Synopsis: Caring for one’s oral health is one of the most essential and basic day-to-day activities in everyday life. However, even though it is so basic and regular, not many people do it correctly, and they often do not know how to do it. This results in a variety of problems, sometimes with dire effects. In this book, you will find information on what oral health is and why it is necessary to take care of it regularly. You will also find information of how proper oral health can allow you to prevent many diseases and disorders. Lastly, you will find a variety of tips, tutorials and tricks that can be used to achieve a glowing smile and a healthy mouth and fit body.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter One: What is Oral Hygiene and why is it Important?
Importance of Oral Hygiene
Chapter Two: What Does Your Oral Health Reveal About You?
Signs and Symptoms
Diagnosis with Saliva
Saliva: A Soldier
Chapter Three: Problems Caused by Lack of Oral Health
Heart Disease/Increased Stroke Risk
Increased Dementia Risk
Respiratory Problems
Diabetes
Erectile Dysfunction
Premature Birth
Infertility Problems
Cancer
Chapter Four: Good Oral Hygiene Habits
Tips: Keeping Teeth and Mouth Healthy at all Stages of Life:
Chapter Five: Tips for Good Oral Hygiene
Proper Brushing Techniques
Are You Brushing Enough?
Choose the Right Brush
Flossing
Mouthwash
How to Clean your Brush
Change Your Brush
Buying a Tongue Scraper
Avoid Snacking
Chapter Six: Practices for Good Oral Health
Grinding
Use a Powered Toothbrush
One Hour Golden Rule
Never Use Teeth for Random Jobs
Appearance is Important
Avoid Tobacco
Limit Coffee, Soda and Alcohol
Choose a Healthy Diet
Clean your tongue
Conclusion