10 Daily Tips To Improve Overall Oral Health

Drink In Moderation

Health professionals recommend drinking alcohol in moderation. Medically, it is considered safe to have one drink per day for women and two per men, based on the average size and health of today's general public. There is also valid argument that one glass of wine a day can be good for the heart, but problems arise when one glass a day turns into two or three. Alcohol contributes to an influx of bacteria causing plaque to form on the teeth, and this is not directly related to sugary beverages. Chronic or heavy drinkers are thought to have poorer overall oral health as well as overall health when compared to non-drinkers. Because of this, drinking alcohol in moderation is not only good for an individuals overall bodily health, but also for their oral health.

Stop Smoking

Smoking is among the smelliest and most unhealthy habits, both overall and orally. The tobacco found in cigarettes has been proven to be among the most damaging things one can introduce into their mouth, and the support for these claims is unwavering. The primary concern is overall health, as smoking is a leading cause of throat, lung, tongue and various other cancers. What many fail to realize is just how much oral health is affected by smoking; it not only causes apparent tooth discoloration, it also wears away at the enamel, can permanently change a person’s breath and leads to multiple oral-related cancers and diseases.