I can’t remember if it was you or someone else so if it wasn’t you please ignore this, but did you make a post abt brushing your teeth awhile ago? I have a lot of trouble doing it and remember to do it and it’s really concerning me since I keep having dreams about my teeth falling out and I was wondering if you had any tips or solutions to help?
i did! but it was mostly an inspirational post and didnt have a lot of tips, so here are some tips ive learned over the years from my dentist (i am not a dentist or a dental professional, but this is all advice ive been given in the past. your experience may vary. consult with your dentist for anything serious like bleeding, extreme sensitivity, and pain when chewing or drinking)
- your teeth should hardly ever touch unless youre chewing. try to catch yourself biting your lips or nails, grinding/gritting your teeth, or moving your jaw too much. if its a big problem for you, chewing sugar free gum might help (or getting a nightguard)
- always floss Before you brush your teeth, that way the stuff you get out from between your teeth gets brushed away. if you do it afterward that stuff will just sit there on your teeth.
- brush Gently with a soft bristled toothbrush. if you brush long enough (two minutes or so) you should be able to get all the teeth and it wont feel scummy, but if youre too rough with the brush, you could damage your gums.
- dont rinse your mouth with water after brushing, because that will wash away all the toothpaste. you Should rinse with a mouthwash that has lots of fluoride in it (it helps if your toothpaste has lots of fluoride too). dont eat or drink anything for 30 minutes after that.
- DONT CHEW HARD CANDIES. be careful when chewing tough things like taffy or jerky, and be extra cautious about small things like sesame seeds, poppy seeds, raspberry/blackberry seeds, and chips. ive broken fillings with all of these things.
- the string dental floss around your fingers is better than floss picks or tips. it has better reach around each tooth and it generally picks up more stuff.
- get regular dental cleanings, if not every six months, then at least once a year. they can scrape off all the stuff you cant reach and theyll be able to spot cavities before they worsen. if you can Feel a cavity (sensitivity in one spot, extreme cold/heat sensitivity) schedule an appointment Immediately. sometimes dental sensitivity is just due to the placement of your nerves or how your tooth enamel is, and it isnt always a cavity, but it helps to be certain.
take it from someone with two gold teeth and tons of fillings, that brushing your teeth is Really important. set reminders on your phone or your watch, put up sticky notes in the bathroom, even brush your teeth in the shower if thatll help you. but making it part of your routine is recommended (especially now that most dental offices are Closed and lots of people are losing their insurance). if you have dental anxiety like i do, communicate with your dentist and try to come up with things that will help you. if i have to have cleanings or fillings done, i usually wear headphones and listen to music to get over the sounds. dont ever give up on your teeth! also, good luck!
