ORAL HEALTH, SKIN CARE

AND
PERSONAL GROOMING
What is Good Oral Hygiene?

is the practice of keeping

the mouth and teeth clean to
prevent dental problems
and bad breath.
Good oral hygiene results in a
mouth that looks and smells
healthy. This means:
Your teeth are clean and free of
debris
Gums are pink and do not hurt or
bleed when you brush or floss

Bad breath is not a constant

problem
 How is Good Oral Hygiene
Practiced?
Daily preventive care, including proper
brushing and flossing, will help stop
problems before they develop and is
much less painful, expensive, and
worrisome than treating conditions that
have been allowed to progress.
In between regular visits to the
dentist, there are simple steps
that each of us can take to
greatly decrease the risk of
developing tooth decay, 
gum disease and other dental
problems.
 These include:

Brushing thoroughly twice a day

and flossing daily

Eating a balanced diet and limiting

snacks between meals

Using dental products that

contain fluoride, including
toothpaste
Rinsing with a fluoride mouth
rinse if your dentist tells you to

Making sure that your children

under 12 drink fluoridated water or
take a fluoride supplement if they
live in a non-fluoridated area.
What Is the Right Way to Brush?

Proper brushing takes at

least two minutes — that's
right, 120 seconds! Most
adults do not come close to
brushing that long. To get a
feel for the time involved,
try using a stopwatch.
How To Brush

Hold the toothbrush sideways

against your teeth with some of the
bristles touching your gums.

Tilt the brush so the bristles are

pointing at your gum line.
Move the brush back and forth,
using short strokes. The tips of the
bristles should stay in one place, but
the head of the brush should wiggle
back and forth. You also can make
tiny circles with the brush. This allows
the bristles to slide gently under the
gum. Do this for about 20 strokes or
20 circles. In healthy gums, this type
of brushing should cause no pain. If it
hurts, brush more gently.
 Roll or flick the brush so that the
bristles move out from under the gum
toward the biting edge of the tooth. This
helps move the plaque out from under
the gum line.

 Repeat for every tooth, on the

insides and outsides.
On the insides of your front teeth, it can
be hard to hold the brush sideways. So
hold it vertically instead. Use the same
gentle back-and-forth or circular
brushing action. Finish with a roll or
flick of the brush toward the biting
edge.
To clean the biting or chewing
surfaces of the teeth, hold the brush
so the bristles are straight down on
those surfaces.

Gently move the brush back and

forth or in tiny circles to clean the
entire surface. Move to a new tooth or
area until all teeth are cleaned.
You can clear even more bacteria
out of your mouth by brushing your
tongue. Brush firmly but gently from
back to front. Do not go so far back in
your mouth that you gag. Rinse again.

Rinse with water.

Tilt the brush at a Gently brush the Gently brush
45° angle against outside, inside your tongue to
the gum line and and chewing remove bacteria
sweep or roll the surface of each and freshen
brush away from tooth using short breath.
the gum line. back-and-forth
strokes.
What Type of Toothbrush Should I Use?

Most dental professionals agree that

a soft-bristled brush is best for
removing plaque and debris from
your teeth. Small-headed brushes
are also preferable, since they can
better reach all areas of the mouth,
including hard-to-reach back teeth.
How Important is the Toothpaste I Use?

It is important that you use a toothpaste

that's right for you. Today there is a
wide variety of toothpaste designed for
many conditions,
including cavities,gingivitis, tartar, stain
ed teeth and sensitivity. Ask your
dentist or dental hygienist which
toothpaste is right for you. To find the
right Colgate toothpaste for you
 general pointers about Brushing
Brush at least twice a day 

Brush no more than three times a

day 
Brush lightly 

Brush for at least two minutes 

Have a standard routine for
brushing — Try to brush your teeth in
the same order every day. This can
help you cover every area of your
mouth. If you do this routinely, it will
become second nature. For example,
you can brush the outer sides of your
teeth from left to right across the top,
then move to the inside and brush right
to left. Repeat the pattern for your
lower teeth.
Always use a toothbrush with
"soft" or "extra soft" bristles 

Change your toothbrush regularly 

Choose a brush that has a seal of
approval by the American Dental
Association 

Electric is fine, but not always

necessary
Toothpastes don't just clean teeth
anymore. They have special ingredients
for preventing decay, plaque control,
tartar control, whitening, gum care or
helping sensitive teeth.
Most toothpastes contain fluoride, which
has been proven to prevent cavities.
Fluoride also can stop small cavities
from getting worse. It can even reverse
early tooth decay.
How Often Should I Replace My
Toothbrush?
 Flossing

Many people never learned to floss as

children. But flossing is critical to
healthy gums and it's never too late to
start.
Floss once a day 
— Most dentists recommend flossing at
least once a day. If you tend to get food
trapped between teeth, you can floss
more often.

Take your time 

— Don't rush.
Choose your own time 
— Most people find that just before bed
is an ideal time to floss. But it's best to
find the time that's most convenient for
you. That way, you are more likely to
floss regularly.
Don't skimp on the floss 
— Use as much floss as you need to
clean both sides of every tooth with
a fresh section. In fact, you may
need to floss one tooth several times
(using fresh sections of floss) to
remove all the food. Some
professionals think that reusing
sections of floss may move bacteria
from one tooth to another.
•Choose the type that works best
for you
 — There are many types of floss:
waxed and un waxed, flavored and
unflavored, ribbon and thread. Try a
few before you settle on one to use
every day. Waxed floss works better
in people with very closely spaced
teeth. Tougher, shred-resistant
varieties of floss work well for people
with rough tooth edges.
Proper Flossing Technique

Use about 18" Gently follow Be sure to

of floss, the curves of clean beneath
leaving an your teeth. the gum line,
inch or two to but avoid
work with. snapping the
floss on the 
 Eight Steps to Dental Health

Step 1: Understand your own oral-

health needs.

Step 2: Commit to a daily oral-

health routine.

Step 3: Use fluoride.

Step 4: Brush and floss to
remove plaque.

Step 5: Limit snacks, particularly

those high in simple sugars,
and eat a balanced diet.

Step 6: If you use tobacco in any

form, quit.
Step 7: Examine your mouth
regularly.

Step 8: Visit the dental office

regularly
SKIN
CARE
Your skin is your body’s largest
organ. Like your body organs,
your skins performs many
important functions. Its protect
you from the germs and help to
control your body temperature.
The nerve endings in your skin
allow you to feel textures,
temperatures, pressures and pain.
Lotions for Skin Care
Choosing the right lotion for your skin
is essential to ensure that perfect glow and
prevent Hemorrhoids.

know your skin type and match it with

the lotion you are to buy.
SKIN CARE
Tips on how to
care your
FACE
* Wash your face twice a day

* Don't pop pimples

* Avoid touching your face with your

fingers or leaning your face on objects
that collect sebum and skin residue like
your phone.
* If you wear glasses or sunglasses,
make sure you clean them frequently
to keep oil from clogging the pores
around your eyes and nose.

* If you get acne on your body, try not

to wear tight clothes.

* Remove your makeup before you

go to sleep.
* Keep hair clean and out of your face
to prevent additional dirt and oil from
clogging your pores.

* Protect your skin from the sun.

 Sun and Skin
* Wear sunscreen with a sun protection
factor (SPF) of at least 15

* Choose a sunscreen that blocks

both UVA and UVB rays.

* The sun's rays are strongest

between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM,
* Apply more sunscreen (with higher
SPF) when you're around reflective
surfaces like water, snow, or ice.

* Some medications, such as

prescription acne medications or birth
control pills, can increase your
sensitivity to the sun. So if you're taking
medication, increase your sun
protection.
 COMMON
SKIN
PROBLEMS
 Cold Sores
Cold sores usually show up as tender
"pimples" on the lips. They are caused
by a type of herpes virus (HSV-1, which
most often is not sexually transmitted)
so they are contagious from person to
person. Once you get this virus it stays
in your body, meaning you'll probably
get cold sores every now and then
throughout your life.
 Ways to prevent cold
sores from making an
appearance (or
reappearance if you've
had them in the past):
 * Avoid getting cold sores in the first
place by not sharing stuff like lip balm,
toothbrushes, or drinks with other
people who might have cold sores
* People who have the virus know that
cold sores can flare up from things like
too much sun, stress, or being sick. Just
one more reason to lather on that suntan
lotion, eat well, exercise, and get plenty
of sleep!
 If you do have a cold
sore, here are some tips
for keeping yourself
comfortable:
* Take acetaminophen or ibuprofen if
the cold sores are painful.

* Suck on ice pops or cubes to ease

pain and keep cold sores cool.

* Stay away from acidic foods (like

oranges, tomatoes, and lemonade)
and salty, spicy foods, which can
cause irritation.
* Don't pick at cold sores while you're
waiting for them to go away. They may
bleed or become infected with bacteria.
• Usually, cold sores go away on their own
after a week or two. But if you get them
frequently or they're a problem, talk to your
doctor or dermatologist, who may be able to
prescribe medication to alleviate symptoms
and shorten the amount of time cold sores
last.
 Eczema
Eczema is a condition that causes
skin to become red, itchy, and dry.
If you have eczema, you might
notice that you are prone to getting
itchy rashes — especially in places
like where your elbows and knees
bend or on your neck and face.
* Stay away from things like harsh
detergents, perfumed soaps, and
heavily fragranced lotions that tend to
irritate the skin and trigger eczema.

* Because water tends to dry out

the skin, take short, warm showers
and baths. If you're going to have
your hands in water for a long time
try wearing gloves.
•Soothe your skin with regular
applications of a fragrance-free
moisturizer to prevent itching and
dryness.

• Creams generally moisturize a bit

better and last longer than lotions for
most people.

•Creams work best if applied when the

skin is slightly wet, like just after bathing.
* Be careful which fabrics you wear.
Cotton is good because it's breathable
and soft.

* Keep stress in check. Because

stress can lead to eczema flares, try
activities like yoga or walking after a
long day to keep your stress levels
low.
* If you wear makeup, look for brands
that are free of dyes and fragrances that
can aggravate eczema.

* If you're having trouble managing your

eczema, talk to a dermatologist, who
can suggest ways to better control it.