By Mehak Pal
Published Feb 17, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

Tips For Stronger And Healthy Gums

Here are some tips that can help you keep your gums healthy and strong

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Brush your teeth twice a day

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Regularly brush your teeth in the morning and evening. Use a soft or medium bristle toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste

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Floss once a week

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Make sure you floss at least once a day, as it can remove food and plaque from between your teeth that may have been missed while brushing

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Stay hydrated

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Drink 7-8 glasses of water daily to maintain the ideal amount of saliva in your mouth as food particles are moved through the mouth by saliva

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Avoid smoking

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Avoid smoking as it affects the immune system and makes it more challenging to fight gum infection

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Calcium rich foods

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Dairy products and calcium-rich foods are good for your teeth

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