Liz Earle Wellbeing

A WINNING SMILE

PERFECT YOUR ROUTINE

’Brush twice a day for two to three minutes/advises Dr Marques. ‘We should also floss twice a day, not just once a day as many people think. Interdental (between teeth) cleaning is just as important as tooth brushing.’ He recommends we follow up with a fluoride enamel mouthwash, both morning and evening. ‘It will strengthen the enamel and also help freshen breath by removing the sulphur-containing compounds that cause halitosis.’

It is no surprise that surveys tell us the state of our teeth affects our confidence. One even found that over 50 per cent of people were worried the state of their teeth could hinder their chances of finding love. Nearly as many felt it could hamper their job prospects.

Here’s the good news: there are all sorts of ways to bring a brighter smile to our faces

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