生活百科：护牙系列之六——怎样拥有健康的牙龈

Steps 步骤

STEP 1
Brush your teeth
要刷牙

Brush your teeth following each meal. Use a quality electric toothbrush to effectively massage your gums.

If bleeding occurs while brushing, adopt a more vigorous brushing and flossing regimen, and have your teeth professionally cleaned.

STEP 2
Reduce your sugar consumption
减少糖的消费

Reduce your consumption of sugar, which promotes the growth of plaque.

STEP 3
See the dentist
定期看牙医

Maintain regular visits to the dentist. Go at least twice a year.

STEP 4
Use a mouth rinse
使用口腔清洁剂

Use a mouth rinse containing the antimicrobial agent chlorhexidine to remove excess bacteria. Now you're on your way to getting your smile back.

A study published in the Journal of Periodontology in 2009 reported that the routine intake of green tea may help promote healthy teeth and gums.