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Dentist shares 3 ‘unusual’ ways to improve your oral health including weird cheese hack Credits: Social Media
By Ellissa Bain

Dentist shares 3 ‘unusual’ ways to improve your oral health including weird cheese hack

By Ellissa Bain

Poor dental hygiene can lead to decay, cavities and even tooth loss, but looking after your mouth is something many people still don’t prioritize.

A dentist has shared some quick and easy things everyone can start doing today to improve their oral health, including a strange hack that involves cheese.

Young woman brushing teeth
Barcelona, Spain. Young woman brushing teeth. Credit: Westend61 (Getty Images)

3 ‘unusual’ ways to improve your oral health

Dr. Shaadi Manouchehri said implementing these three steps into your daily routine will “instantly” give you a healthier mouth.

“I’ve been a dentist for almost 10 years, and I can guarantee that at least one of these things will be a surprise to you,” she said.

1. Mouthwash before you brush your teeth

Her first tip is to start using mouthwash before you brush your teeth. Most tend to do it after, but this can make you more prone to decay as it washes the protective layer of fluoride the toothpaste has left on your teeth. Using mouthwash before brushing loosens any debris that is lodged between the teeth and keeps the fluoride intact.

2. Coat your floss with toothpaste

Flossing is a really important oral hygiene step that removes food particles and plaque, the sticky film on your teeth that can lead to cavities. You can make it even more beneficial by coating the floss in toothpaste, which gets the fluoride toothpaste right into the gaps between your teeth, where cavities are most likely to form.

3. Follow sugary snacks with cheese

Now for the strangest hack. If you have a sweet tooth and love to snack on sweet foods, eat a cube of cheese afterwards. This neutralizes the acid that is created by the sugar, which is responsible for tooth decay. The acid slowly dissolves the enamel and creates holes in the teeth, but eating cheese will minimize this damage.

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How to maintain good dental hygiene at home

For a healthy mouth, MedlinePlus says everyone should do the following things:

  • Brush your teeth twice a day
  • Use a fluoride toothpaste
  • Clean between your teeth every day with floss
  • Limit sugary snacks
  • Don’t smoke or chew tobacco
  • Schedule regular checkups with a dentist

Not maintaining good oral hygiene can lead to problems with your teeth and gums, including cavities, tooth loss and gum disease.

Dr. Shaadi Manouchehri is a dental surgeon and facial aesthetics practitioner in London who graduated from Barts and the London School of Medicine.