5 proven methods to prevent tooth decay

How to prevent tooth decay

Prevent tooth decay before it occurs, healthy teeth means a good smile,eat anything we want

Tooth decay is the destruction of the basic structure of teeth. It affects both the enamel and dentin

Causes of tooth decay

  Remains   of food  materials such as candy,cakes,fruits etc.these remaining food is digested by the bacteria in the mouth and form acids. These acids have a direct teeth demineralization action,can produce bad breath. The bacteria, acid and food debris together form a plaque on the teeth. the acids for m cavities in the enamel

Here is the remedy

proven methods to prevent tooth decay

1. brush twice a day ,if possible after and before meals. brush with fluoride containing toothpaste
2. use inter dental cleaners to clean the spaces  in between the teeth
3. have a balanced diet with adequate calorie. avoid carbohydrates such as candy
4. use some supplementary fluoride from your dentist
5. use dental sealants-it is a protective coating applied to the chewing surface of the back molars
6. use fluorinated water
7. see the dentist more often

a chewing gum containing xylitol has shown to retard the growth of bacteria causing tooth decay

substances releasing fluorine at a constant interval has shown to reduce tooth decay.they are placed between the teeth or in pits in the teeth

raisins  appears to fight the bacteria causing cavities. The phytochemicals in raisins is the agent which fights the bacteria causing tooth decay and gum diseases

cranberries can prevent cavities,the antioxidants in it quercetin and myricetin fight against streptococcus mutans a major organism causing tooth decay