Posts Tagged ‘hygiene’

16/06/2023 | Oral Hygiene

Are Mouth Rinses Good For Me?

Many of us have seen advertisements promoting all sorts of mouth rinses, to a point where many get the impression that mouth rinses are absolutely essential. With advertisements like these, it is easy to assume that using mouth rinse is superior to toothbrushing and flossing. However, mouth rinses are only...

07/02/2018 | Oral Hygiene

Why and How Should I Floss?

Even with the most diligent brushing, you can only clean up to 60% of all your teeth surfaces with brushing alone. The remaining 40% are the narrow spaces in between your teeth and underneath your gums where no well-designed toothbrush can reach to remove plaque build-up.   FLOSSING GUIDE  ...

16/12/2017 | Oral Hygiene

What is the Best Technique for Brushing?

The correct toothbrushing technique is essential to ensure the maximum amount of build-up is thoroughly removed, thus ensuring better gum and dental health. Firstly, it is important to use a soft-bristled brush. A hard toothbrush does not brush any better, and will likely cause damage to both your gums and...

03/11/2017 | Oral Hygiene

Why Must I Brush My Teeth Well?

Our mouths contain many types of bacteria, and every time after we eat, plaque forms on our teeth. We need to brush and floss our teeth everyday in order to remove plaque. Plaque is a soft, sticky film which is made up of approximately 70% bacteria, and is almost constantly present...

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