Actually, gaining the habit of brushing your teeth may sound a little strange, we may think that everyone should have this habit anyway. But unfortunately the reality is not like that. This habit, which should have been acquired since childhood, can often be more difficult to establish later.
It is never too late for this. Giving yourself or a loved one the habit of brushing your teeth will protect you from many dental problems in the future, as well as save you from many treatment processes that will cause you pain and suffering.
If you take a look at the statistics of the Turkish Dental Association below, you can see the prevalence of dental problems. You can get away from the negative side of this statistic only with healthy tooth brushing and cleaning habits. There is nothing we can do for genetic factors yet, but delaying these factors and reducing their effects significantly are closely related to our lifestyle.
According to the statistics published by the Turkish Dental Association:
Your life The rate of those who have encountered at least one cavity in their past period
(for those over 35 years of age): 75%
The rate of those who have lost at least one tooth in their mouth:
In people between the ages of 35-45: 89%
In people over the age of 45: 93%
Total edentulism rate:
For people over the age of 65: 48%
In addition, the rate of going to the dentist:
In Turkey: 0.9 times a year on average
p>In Europe: 5 times a year on average
And the following statistical information that causes these results is the reason for the above results:
Amount of toothpaste used annually:
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In Turkey: 89 ml
In Europe and America: 350 – 400 ml (varies depending on the country)
These statistics Getting away from the problematic side is actually as close as a toothbrush and dental floss. By thinking about what motivates you, you can follow it closely until you gain the habit. Be sure that when you spend 21 days, which is the key period in gaining a habit, this subject will become automatic for you.
For example, if you are someone who is prone to numbers and wants to follow your performance, you can write every brush in a calendar. You can mark your pick. You can also find various applications on your smartphones on brushing teeth to gain a habit. You can even get guidance on how long you should brush which areas. Don't forget to use dental floss after brushing to get rid of residue between your teeth.
As a result of regular brushing, you will notice over time that your teeth look whiter and healthier, and your mouth smells much better. Those around you may hesitate to give you feedback in case of negativities regarding your oral and dental condition, so it is best for you to act cautiously.
Do not forget to give yourself time on this matter, remember that gaining a habit takes time and patience. It will take time to get the results, motivate yourself not to give up.
If there is another family member in the household who is in the same situation, you can make this decision together and move forward together by supporting each other. This may make you more determined for your goal.
Finally, getting information from your dentist and learning the ideal tooth brushing techniques correctly when starting this process will be a good first step for you to start the process in a healthy way.
We wish you healthy days.
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