Ans. Oral hygiene should always be maintained for the good overall health. You should include some good habits of oral hygiene in your daily routine. Just like you do the cleansing-toning- moisturizing day and night routine for skin care your teeth, gums and oral tissues also need regular routine and maintenance:

• Brush your teeth twice daily. Don't go to bed without brushing.
• The brushing technique is equally important. Take your time and do the brushing gently and in a back and forth motion.
• Do not neglect the tongue cleaning routine. Gently brush it or scrap by tongue cleaner.
• Use a fluoride based toothpaste; it helps in re-mineralization of teeth and protects them from decay.
• Make a routine of flossing once a day, it helps to remove plaque as well as stimulates gum tissues.
• Do not neglect the mouthwash rinse, it is an anti-bacterial agent, and prevents the odour causing bacteria and plaque build-up.
• Drink water adequately, it is good for overall health. It can flush out the food particle and reduce acidity in mouth, cause by bacteria.
• Include fruits and vegetables in your diet.
• Restrict the sugary and acidic food; it may cause the damage of tooth surface.
• Massage your gums after brushing. This improves the blood circulation.
• Quite smoking and chewing tobacco.
• Visit your dentist in every 6 months for dental screening and check-up.