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When was the last time you replaced your toothbrush?

08 Thursday Feb 2018

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Experts say it should be every 3 months… Because when the bristles start to fray, they leave plaque behind, which can lead to infected, bleeding gums. And you’ll brush too hard to compensate for those frayed bristles… Which can easily lead to mega-sensitive gums and teeth, V‑shaped notches near your gum-line, and even tooth loss. So get a new toothbrush every season, and you’ll get to keep all your teeth.
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Do you want to sleep better?

05 Wednesday Jul 2017

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Eat at the same time every day! People who don’t sleep well have a body clock that’s out of sync. But when your food intake is on a set schedule, it helps set your body clock. Your body and brain will know when to anticipate sleep each night and automatically start relaxing. As a bonus: Sleeping better will reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s. According to the American Medical Association, people who get a solid 8 to 9 hours of sleep a night have less of the plaque buildup in the brain that’s linked to Alzheimer’s.

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If you’re too lazy to floss, chew gum.

08 Thursday Jun 2017

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Because new research from the Netherlands finds that chewing gum cleans teeth.
In the study, people chewed sugar-free gum for up to 10 minutes. Then the researchers analyzed the chewed gum, and found about 100 million bacteria trapped in each wad!
That actually makes up just a small percentage of all the bacteria in your mouth, but the reduction is still significant: It can lead to fewer cavities, healthier gums, and better breath.
That’s because when you chew gum, it actually cleans plaque and pieces of food off your teeth.
Flossing is still the best way to get rid of bacteria-causing particles… But if you can’t floss, at least chew some sugarless gum.

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Here’s how to make sure your teeth are healthy…

12 Wednesday Oct 2016

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If you want to keep your teeth healthy, make sure your dentist knows what medications you’re taking. Dr. Reid Blackwelder is with the American Academy of Family Physicians. He says drugs like antihistamines, antidepressants and blood pressure meds can slow the production of saliva. And a dry mouth allows bacteria and plaque to build up faster, which can raise your risk for gum disease. So, knowing what meds you’re taking can help your dentist better protect your teeth and gums.

Black coffee may keep your teeth from rotting!

11 Friday Dec 2015

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New research says black coffee, in moderation, can actually stop tooth decay thanks to an antibacterial property in the coffee bean that helps destroy plaque. However, drink too much coffee and it’ll stain your teeth. Plus, the acid in the coffee will erode the enamel. So, stick to one cup of black coffee a day. Because adding a ton of cream and sugar will negate the effects.

Try these 3 foods to add years to your life: 

03 Friday Jul 2015

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They all contain major antioxidants. And the more different types of fruits and vegetables you eat – the better. Because people who get a variety of produce – and therefore a variety of antioxidants – have greater health benefits. So try eating more of these 3…

Grapefruit: The antioxidants in grapefruit, the ones that make it bitter, may help treat diabetes! They break down the fatty acids in your liver the same way diabetes drugs do.

Cranberries: They have antimicrobial properties – which means they protect you from infections. They also reduce the risk of plaque buildup in the arteries – and help prevent the growth of some cancer cells.

Finally, have more garlic. It lowers blood pressure and prevents certain cancers. It also lowers bad cholesterol – reducing your risk of heart disease.

This little fruit can help to whiten your teeth.

25 Wednesday Jun 2014

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Who needs a teeth-whitening kit when we have strawberries? The salicylic acid in strawberries lifts surface stains from tooth enamel, while their vitamin C whitens teeth by removing plaque.

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