{"id":14341,"date":"2022-03-22T13:06:59","date_gmt":"2022-03-22T13:06:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/?p=14341"},"modified":"2025-09-30T16:46:55","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T15:46:55","slug":"higiene-oral","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/inspiring-words\/oral-hygiene\/","title":{"rendered":"Oral Hygiene: 6 Tips for a beautiful and healthy smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Brushing your teeth three times a day, after every meal, is one of the main tips for maintaining a good <strong><b>oral hygiene<\/b><\/strong>. However, this is not the only task that should be part of your routine. Discover, in this article, 6 tips to take care of the health of your <strong><b>teeth<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and its <strong><b>mouth<\/b><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1. <\/strong><strong>Get cleaner with the mouthwash<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Did you know that <strong><b>brush your teeth<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0only ensures the cleaning of 25% in the mouth? By focusing solely and exclusively on the teeth, it does not take care of other structures - such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/acessorios\/raspadores-de-lingua\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">language<\/a><strong><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/strong>and the <strong><b>gums<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0- which also accumulate <strong><b>bacteria<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and food scraps.<\/p>\n<p>For more effective cleaning, it is important to rinse with a <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/colutorios\/uso-diario\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oral elixir<\/a>at least twice a day. Its use guarantees a greater reach, including areas that are difficult for the <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/?s=pasta+de+dentes&amp;post_type=product&amp;type_aws=true&amp;aws_id=1&amp;aws_filter=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">toothpaste<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This is a good oral hygiene habit that will prevent the formation of <strong><b>bacterial plaque<\/b><\/strong>strengthen the <strong><b>enamel<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and give you a greater feeling of freshness.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. <\/strong><strong>Include flossing in your routine<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Using the <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/acessorios\/fios-dentarios\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dental floss<\/a>\u00a0is an essential complement to clean the gum lines and remove food debris that accumulates between the teeth. Use it at least once a day and reinforce the prevention against:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><\/b><strong><b>Bacterial plaque<\/b><\/strong>;<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><strong><b>Tatar<\/b><\/strong>;<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><strong><b>Spots<\/b><\/strong>or discolouration;<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><strong><b>Cavities<\/b><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3. <\/strong><strong>Can the brush be of use to you?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Many might say that the <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/acessorios\/escovilhoes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">brush<\/a>\u00a0fulfils the same role as <strong><b>dental floss<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and, in a way, they are not mistaken. In fact, this utensil is used in the oral hygiene routine to remove food debris from between the teeth and prevent the formation of plaque and tartar.<\/p>\n<p>However, its use is especially recommended for people with higher <strong><b>spacing between teeth<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and for those who use <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/proteses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">prostheses<\/a>\u00a0or <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/cuidados-especificos-saude-oral\/ortodontia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">braces<\/a><strong><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/strong>fixed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>4. <\/strong><strong>Replace your toothbrush every 3 months<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Are you one of those people who uses the <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/acessorios\/escovas-de-dentes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">toothbrush<\/a>\u00a0until the bristles are frayed? Then it's time to rethink this point in your oral hygiene care. Over-extending the life of your toothbrush can harm the health of your mouth.<\/p>\n<p>According to the <strong><b>dental medicine<\/b><\/strong>Both traditional brushes and <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/acessorios\/escovas-eletricas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">electrical<\/a>\u00a0should be renewed approximately every 3 months. Care that guarantees:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><\/b><strong><b>Perfect brushing <\/b><\/strong>- With use, it is normal for the bristles to begin to bend and break. This will make brushing your teeth progressively less effective.<\/li>\n<li><b><\/b><strong><b>Clean and soft bristles <\/b><\/strong>- With the passage of time, the toothbrush accumulates bacteria that can trigger oral health problems. It is therefore important that it is renewed regularly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. <\/strong><strong>Maintain good health habits<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Your smile is a reflection of the attention you pay to your body. There are general health tips that promote the care of your teeth and mouth. It cannot be emphasised enough:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><b><\/b><strong><b>No smoking<\/b><\/strong>prevents <strong><b>periodontal diseases<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0or oral cancer. In addition, tobacco causes staining of the enamel, <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/cuidados-especificos-saude-oral\/mau-halito\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bad breath<\/a>\u00a0and even the premature loss of teeth.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce the consumption of foods rich in <strong><b>sugar<\/b><\/strong>such as sweets and soft drinks, as these can increase the risk of tooth decay.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Avoid excessive consumption of <strong><b>alcohol<\/b><\/strong>. In addition to promoting the formation of tooth decay, alcohol increases dehydration levels and accelerates the risk of <strong><b>infection<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and illness now<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>6. <\/strong><strong>Take care of your oral hygiene with a regular visit to the dentist<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>As you have seen, oral hygiene should be part of your routine. This is the only way to have a fresh and healthier mouth. However, regular visits to the dentist should not be forgotten! Only the watchful eye of a specialist can diagnose any problems early on.<\/p>\n<p>Have a check-up every 6 months and maintain a thorough and consistent oral hygiene routine.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>On <strong><b>W2ME<\/b><\/strong>We believe that self-care is a manifestation of <strong><b>respect<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0and <strong><b>love<\/b><\/strong>\u00a0from <strong><b>life<\/b><\/strong>. If you are looking for the best oral hygiene products, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">online shop<\/a>. You will find a section dedicated to the care of your teeth and mouth.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"cta-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/produtos\/saude-oral\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit the online shop<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brushing your teeth every day is fundamental. But for a correct oral hygiene, other cares are essential. Check out our tips!<\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":48477,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1435],"tags":[1462,1466,1441],"class_list":["post-14341","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-w2me","tag-cuidados","tag-higiene-oral","tag-loja-online"],"featured_image_src":{"landsacpe":["https:\/\/w2me.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/higiene-oral-6-dicas-para-um-sorriso-bonito-e-saudavel.jpg",1024,666,false],"list":["https:\/\/w2me.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/higiene-oral-6-dicas-para-um-sorriso-bonito-e-saudavel.jpg",1024,666,false],"medium":["https:\/\/w2me.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/higiene-oral-6-dicas-para-um-sorriso-bonito-e-saudavel-300x195.jpg",300,195,true],"full":["https:\/\/w2me.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/higiene-oral-6-dicas-para-um-sorriso-bonito-e-saudavel.jpg",1024,666,false]},"categories_name":["W2ME"],"author_name":"Gestor Loja","comment_count":{"approved":0,"awaiting_moderation":0,"spam":0,"trash":0,"post-trashed":0,"all":0,"total_comments":0},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14341","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14341"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14341\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":48478,"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14341\/revisions\/48478"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48477"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14341"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14341"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/w2me.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14341"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}