Oral Hygiene among British Adults

A recent survey showed that nearly a fifth of British adults go two or more days without brushing their teeth.

According to the poll by the Dental Smile Clinic in Bristol, approximately one quarter of British adults brushes only once a day, despite the fact that it is recommended to brush twice daily; meanwhile two-thirds mentioned that it takes them less than 60 seconds to brush.

It is important to mention that one in 30 men claimed they do not brush their teeth unless their partners tell them to.

How often should I brush and floss?

It's not a secret that brushing and flossing help control the plaque and bacteria that cause dental disease. The bacteria in plaque convert certain food particles into acids that can cause tooth decay. In case if plaque remains there, it can easily turn into tartar, after what they start destroying the gums and bone, causing periodontal disease (in case the plaque and tartar are not removed). These issues can only be controlled by regular brushing and flossing.

Fresh from the Dentist Smile

If you want a healthy mouth and a "fresh from the dentist" feeling all the time, follow these 5 easy tips:

1. Brush regularly - as brushing keeps small food particles from becoming food for harmful bacteria.
2. Drink green tea. Due to the scientific study, a routine consumption of green tea may help promote healthy teeth and gums. "Of the 940 men evaluated, we found out that those who regularly drank green tea had superior periodontal health than subjects who consumed less green tea."