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Gum care tips
Tips to help keep gums healthy
You can make a real difference in your gum health
Get the scaling and root planing (SRP) or other gum treatments your dental professional recommends
Don’t put off treatment
; the goal is to keep the bacterial infection from progressing and return to healthy gums.
Practice good routine care
Brush twice a day
with fluoride toothpaste
Floss
every day
Replace your toothbrush
every 3 to 4 months; sooner if the bristles start to fray
Consider products like these:
Fluoride toothpaste
with the American Dental Association seal
Toothbrush with soft bristles
(firmer bristles can wear away enamel and damage gums)
Electric toothbrush
(particularly people with mobility issues may find this easier to use)
Dental floss holders
(plastic devices that hold a short length of floss)
Interdental brushes
(these brushes are designed to clean between your teeth in areas where a toothbrush can’t reach)
Drink water
Fluoridated tap water or bottled water helps prevent tooth decay.
Don’t smoke
If you’re a smoker, consider quitting. Smoking can increase the risk of gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loss.