Snacks That Give Your Tooth Brush a Helping Hand

Who among us can reasonably deny that we don’t know which foods are bad for our teeth? It’s almost impossible to make it through your childhood years without seeing the warning lists of foods and drinks that are bad for you. Sugary soft drinks, we’re warned about. Acidic juices, we’re chastised for.

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The effect of constant opposition to many of our favourite foods can make them more tantalisingly attractive, but to counter that appeal we have put together a list of and snacks that can actually help keep your teeth cleaner between brushings.

While you might not even think about how your social media can affect your success in finding a new job, making a very positive first impression online has become an essential step in getting called in for an interview or getting your dream job. Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn … there are various ways an employer can find you before the actual first meeting, and with these quick tips, you can make sure your social media profiles and online CV are ready to impress your future employer!

Every March 20^th, people across the globe celebrate World Oral Health Day. It’s an awareness day that encourages everyone around the world to keep not just their teeth healthy but to maintain the health of their mouth as well.

The Basics of World Oral Health Day

March 20^th isn’t an arbitrary date to celebrate oral health. In fact, there’s a lot of meaning behind the day. According to the World Oral Health Day website, the date was chosen to symbolize the fact that senior citizens are considered healthy if they have 20 of their own teeth by the end of their lives, everyone should have 20 baby teeth when they are kids, and adults should have 32 teeth and no cavities. As you can see, there are plenty of reasons that 3/20 is the perfect day to celebrate having a healthy mouth.

You may never have heard about National Dentist Day which falls on March 6^th. At first, it might seem odd to celebrate this medical profession, especially as so many people unfortunately fear going into the dentist office. However, a little reflection on just how much your dentist does for you will show you how much they deserve to be acknowledged and recognized for all they do.

So many holidays involve a bit of indulgence. This is especially true for Easter, a holiday where adorable sweets shaped like cute animals are sold pretty much everywhere you look. Combine this with big meals spent with friends and family, and the Easter season is rife with ways for you to damage your teeth. You want to enjoy the festivities, but you also want to stay healthy – right? Well luckily, with just a bit of attention and planning you will be able to enjoy the Easter holiday without making a negative impact on your teeth.