The importance of teeth is self-evident, not only can chew food, help pronunciation, but also have a great impact on the beauty of the face, and even related to the social activities. Therefore, since ancient times, people have attached great importance to the health care of teeth, of which percussion is a highly respected health care method, is percussion really beneficial to dental health? Today we will talk about it.
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What is percussion
Tapping teeth is empty teething, the ancients have "tapping teeth long, make people teeth strong" saying. There is a method called "thirty-six teeth tapping", which means that every morning and evening before getting up and going to bed, tapping the teeth thirty-six times, while swallowing the resulting saliva, until the old can make the teeth strong without dental disease, according to legend, this is the method handed down by Dharma's ancestors.
Many texts also have records of teeth tapping: according to records, Tao Hongjing, a physician during the reign of Emperor Wu of Liang 1,400 years ago, was still tight and intact and physically strong, and his main method of self-cultivation was the method of tapping teeth; the Tang Dynasty physician Sun Simiao also recorded in the "Thousand Golden Fangs": "Every morning, with a twist of salt in the mouth, with warm water to rub the teeth, and the teeth are tapped a hundred times, for endless purposes, but for five days, the teeth are tight."
The main purpose of percussion is to strengthen teeth and fix teeth, but it is also necessary to pay attention to the frequency and intensity of percussion to be moderate, especially the elderly must grasp it well in the process of percussion, so as not to damage the teeth due to excessive force. In addition, some people who have dental diseases themselves should not blindly use the percussion method, and timely medical treatment and symptomatic treatment can make the teeth healthier.
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Proper methods of dental care need to be taken
Aging of body organs is inevitable as we age, and teeth are no exception. The use of percussion method to protect teeth has a certain role, but it should also be carried out according to the condition of their own teeth, and more attention should be paid to developing some good dental habits in daily life.
• Brush your teeth correctly
They brush their teeth every day, but many people don't necessarily brush their teeth right. The main point of correct brushing is: the bristles are about 45 degrees to the surface of the teeth, and the brush is vertically along the gap between the teeth. The upper teeth go down, the lower teeth go up, and brush back before the bite. Do not pull a saw-type horizontal brush, which will damage the teeth and gums, and it is best not to brush for more than 3 minutes at a time.
• Moderate flossing
Many people have the habit of flossing after meals, but pay attention to the teeth after aging, the teeth are loose, the gap between the teeth becomes wider, the use of toothpicks or floss to assist in cleaning teeth, toothpicks are best to use flat wood, use appropriate force, to avoid damaging teeth.
• Clean your teeth regularly
According to statistics, more than 90% of people in the mainland population suffer from different degrees of gingivitis, but when people find it, they often have developed periodontitis. Inflammation can be controlled to continue to develop, but it is difficult for the damaged periodontal tissue to recover completely. Therefore, it is necessary to have the concept of scaling teeth, that is, pre-periodontal treatment, and it is recommended that you can clean your teeth 1 to 2 times a year.
• Timely inspection
It is said that "toothache is not a disease, it hurts really bad", and when you feel pain, you go to the hospital for treatment, and you often miss a good time for treatment at this time. Therefore, it is recommended to develop the habit of checking the teeth regularly every six months and treating the symptoms in time.
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Eat more teeth and teeth guard foods
Enjoy delicious food can not be separated from the help of teeth, on the basis of a balanced diet we can also choose some foods to make teeth stronger.
Fish, rice, lentils, peas and fava beans are foods with high phosphorus content, and phosphate can form a buffer system to prevent excessive acidification of the mouth. In particular, children should eat more calcium-rich foods such as beans, soy products, vegetables, fish, shrimp, etc., in order to supply enough minerals and vitamins to make the teeth develop normally.
Fruits such as apples and pears can play a mechanical scrubbing role on the teeth when eating, wiping away bacteria adhering to the surface of the teeth. In addition, the pectin in the fruit also has the effect of inhibiting bacteria, vegetables contain many trace elements and a large amount of vitamin C, which is also an important anti-carious nutrient.
Finally, we should pay attention to eating less refined foods that are too finely processed, such as plums, chocolate, pastries, etc. Eat more cooking processing relatively rough food, because it contains more fat-soluble vitamins and minerals, when eating requires greater chewing power, chewing can promote saliva secretion, in addition to helping digestion can also play a role in scrubbing teeth.
Having good teeth is not only a sign of youth and health, it can also have a beneficial impact on all aspects of life. We must have the awareness of health care for our teeth, choose a scientific and suitable method for ourselves, and make the teeth better and better.