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In summer there are even more reasons to smile and flirt, and we start thinking about how we look - whether our teeth are white and healthy, whether our breath is fresh. Excellent oral hygiene is the guarantee of a million-dollar smile, but how do you actually achieve it? Here are a few healthy, safe solutions and tips to help you feel confident and beautiful at every encounter.
Oral hygiene - caring for your overall health
Like other parts of the body, the mouth teems with bacteria - most of them harmless. It is the "gateway" to the digestive and respiratory tracts, and some of these bacteria can cause disease. Doctors even track the development of diabetes, osteoporosis, Alzheimer's, and heart disease through the condition of the oral cavity.
Normally, the body's natural defenses and good oral hygiene keep bacteria under control. Without them, bacteria can reach levels that lead to cavities and gum disease.
Certain medications can also reduce the flow of saliva, which is important for the mouth's flora and fresh breath. Saliva washes away food particles and neutralizes the acids produced by bacteria, helping protect us from microbes that multiply and lead to conditions such as periodontitis. That's why it's important to brush our teeth regularly with a quality toothpaste, clean our tongue, and eat properly, so that our oral hygiene contributes to better overall health.
Toothpaste and mouthwash, twice a day, every day
We've known it since childhood: brush your teeth at least twice a day for at least 3 minutes, use an alkaline mouthwash, and replace your toothbrush every three months. But it's often hard to keep up the routine, or we're not sure whether these products are right for us.
When choosing a toothpaste, look for one with clean ingredients, suitable for your teeth if you have sensitivity, appropriate for your age, gentle on the gums, and with a prebiotic formula. Brushing affects the entire oral cavity, so its impact on the oral flora matters for the health of every part of the mouth.
As an alternative to toothpaste, look for a serum that effectively breaks down plaque, eliminates bad breath, and promotes good oral health. Serums are also recommended for children, even from infancy, because they make it easier for children to get used to caring for their teeth. They have a prebiotic action that supports overall health.
For adults, a serum combined with a mouthwash - preferably alkaline - forms the foundation of successful oral hygiene. The rinse, usually a concentrate, removes stains for natural whitening and fights the plaque, inflammation, and decay caused by bacteria.
Healthy, white teeth through remineralization
A white, bright smile is a sign of success and a dream many of us aspire to. But brushing alone sometimes can't erase the traces of caffeine, cigarettes, or a poor diet. Chemical whitening is sometimes an expensive, painful process that can lead to complications - sensitivity or weakened tooth structure. That's why we often ask ourselves which costs us more - the health or the whiteness of our teeth?
There are, of course, old home remedies for a whiter smile: brushing with baking soda, activated charcoal, or white clay, with sea salt and vinegar, or with strawberries - but without professional guidance on how often and how to use them, we can end up with unpleasant sensations or even complications.
There is a proven, effective, and safe way to whiten teeth - through remineralization. It uses a powder made from organic ingredients, which guarantees no toxins or chemicals that could damage the enamel.
Remineralization whitens teeth in a short period of time, at home. It's a process that repairs the enamel, the outer layer of the tooth that protects it from decay. Tooth enamel is the most highly mineralized substance in the body, and the powder helps prevent its demineralization.
Remineralization also has benefits beyond the aesthetic. With regular use, the powder eliminates oxidation stains for whiter teeth, suppresses the bacteria that cause cavities and bad breath, and has a favorable effect on gum disease, which is directly linked to Alzheimer's, dementia, and other degenerative conditions.
Down with bad breath!
Often, one of the reasons we avoid talking to someone up close is that we worry about our breath. Bad odor can arise from far more causes than a garlic-heavy salad or a tasty tripe soup for breakfast. Poor oral hygiene, drastic diets, smoking, dehydration, the bad habit of eating quickly without chewing properly, and certain illnesses can also make us feel self-conscious.
One in four people suffers from bad breath, experts say. To deal with this unpleasant feeling, it's important to drink enough water, since a dry mouth is a major cause of bad breath. Every day, besides brushing your teeth, you should also clean your tongue with a tongue scraper, which removes bacteria and soft plaque. Flossing should also become part of your routine. Fresh-breath mints, rich in prebiotics, restore the balance of the mouth's ecosystem and, with regular use, freshen your breath. Choose a product with plant fibers and salivary biominerals for a lasting effect.
Foods and drinks for a white, healthy, bright smile
And yet, we are what we eat, and that applies to our smile too. Dentists recommend:
- So-called "crunchy vegetables" - broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage - require more and longer chewing, which triggers more saliva production, cleaning stains off the teeth. They're rich in fiber, which also benefits digestion and positively affects the flora of the oral cavity.
- Pineapple is also beneficial, because it contains bromelain, known for its anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, and fibrinolytic properties. It also helps remove stains from teeth.
- Dairy products, and cheese in particular, make teeth not only healthier but whiter too, because they dissolve yellowing.
- Nuts and seeds have an exfoliating effect and fight tooth discoloration.
- Onions contain sulfur compounds that help prevent plaque from forming on teeth. Plaque absorbs stains, makes them more noticeable, and also contributes to gum disease.
- Celery and carrots are high in water content and help remove food residue between the teeth. Their structure lets them scrub the teeth as we chew, removing surface stains.
But most important of all is to eat with pleasure, in moderation, and to brush your teeth regularly!
