Teeth are important organs for human survival. It is the main component of chewing organs, and it is also closely related to language, appearance and health. Besides brushing your teeth every morning and evening and gargling after meals, there are also some effective self-care measures to protect your teeth.

First, auxiliary teeth. In the process of chewing food, dietary fiber (such as leek, celery, lean meat, etc. ) often stuck in the teeth, it is harmful to teeth and periodontal tissue, and it should be removed in time.

Second, knock your teeth often. Since ancient times, people who are good at keeping in good health have emphasized that "teeth should be knocked often." Clearly, the diet is not advanced, and the teeth and gums are not filled. Tapping the teeth gently can promote the smooth blood vessels and protect the teeth. "It's obvious that thirty-six pieces have been smashed, but the old teeth won't fall out." The method is to "slightly close your lips, first knock your teeth 50 times, then knock your teeth 50 times, and then knock your wrong teeth 50 times, once a day in the morning and evening.

Third, chew correctly. The correct way to chew is to use teeth alternately on both sides or both sides.

Fourth, correct bad habits. Some infants and young children have the habit of sucking their thumbs, licking their teeth, grinding their teeth, breathing with their mouths open and biting their lips, which leads to malocclusion. Correcting bad habits is beneficial to dental care, and teeth should be corrected as soon as possible.

5. Drink tea often. Tea contains fluorine, which can prevent dental caries. Drinking tea water or gargling with tea can protect your teeth and clean your mouth.

6. Take certain drugs with caution. Tetracycline, gold toxin and other drugs will make teeth yellow or enamel hypoplasia, and dental caries will easily occur in the future. Therefore, pregnant women and lactating women and babies should not take these drugs in large quantities or for a long time.

Seven, the recipe is wide and nutritious. The development of teeth is inseparable from various nutritious foods. Therefore, whether adults or children, the diet should be diversified, not partial eclipse.

Eight, protect your teeth. The kidney dominates the bone and the tooth is the bone. With sufficient kidney essence, teeth will develop politically and grow firmly. Therefore, tonifying kidney and storing essence is also a means of self-care of teeth.

Nine, prevent trauma. Don't use your teeth to open hard objects such as bottle caps to prevent your teeth from being damaged.