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If you could wave a magic wand and have healthy and lovely teeth, you would have no problems. However, this is just a fantasy and you must take proper care of your teeth if you want them to last. These tips from your Abington dentist can make it easier to practice good oral hygiene.

No matter what, flossing and brushing are essential when you want teeth to be strong and healthy. Brushing one's teeth once a day is much better than not at all. If you are a "one time a day" brusher, do this right before you go to sleep each night. This is the best time to brush because your entire mouth will be clean for many hours.

Tobacco and good tooth health are not compatible, as smoking can literally ruin the health of teeth. Every time you smoke or chew tobacco products, you stain the teeth and this can be difficult to remove. Yet, stains are the least of your concerns as tobacco increases your risk for gum disease. At least rinse your mouth after every cigarette or chew, if you cannot quit.

When you form the habit of drinking a lot of water, you teeth will benefit greatly. This is yet another reason to reach for a bottle of pure, fresh, water, instead of something that is bad for the teeth like sodas. Water is a good way to rinse the mouth, and this can remove a lot of harmful debris from teeth.

Try to reduce the amount of sugar that you take in. Sugar is a major cause of tooth decay and you might not realize how much sugar is in one can of regular soda pop. You can get used to artificial sweeteners if you resolve to limit your sugar intake.

The only time you can do something about the well-being of your teeth is today. These helpful tips from your Abington dentist can make a difference. Along with regular checkups, you can save yourself a lot of misery and pain.