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Brush for a full 2 minutes each time — morning and before bed. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Replace your brush every 3 months or after illness. Electric brushes remove 21% more plaque than manual.

Flossing removes plaque and food from between teeth where your brush cannot reach — this accounts for 35% of tooth surface. Wind 18 inches around your fingers, curve into a "C" shape around each tooth, and slide gently below the gumline.

A fluoride or antiseptic mouthwash kills bacteria missed by brushing and flossing, strengthens enamel, and freshens breath. Use it 30 minutes after brushing — not immediately, so the fluoride from toothpaste isn't washed away.

Saliva is your mouth's natural defense — it neutralises acids and washes away food particles. Drinking water (especially fluoridated tap water) throughout the day keeps saliva flowing. Dehydration and dry mouth drastically increase cavity risk.

Limit sugary and acidic foods — bacteria feed on sugar to produce the acid that dissolves enamel. Tooth-friendly foods: crunchy vegetables, dairy (high in calcium and phosphorus), leafy greens, nuts, and plain water between meals.

If you grind your teeth during sleep (bruxism), a custom night guard prevents enamel wear, jaw pain, and tooth fractures. Signs include flat-tipped teeth, morning headaches, or sore jaw muscles. Ask a Dentist if you may be a grinder.