Did your dentist remind you again after that last painful drilling session just how important it is to replace your toothbrush regularly?

• Have you already brushed her gums raw again because you just can't find a toothbrush with the right bristle stiffness?
• Can't seem to find high-quality toothpaste and constantly complain about the price because the products don't live up to their promises?
• When they squeeze the last bit of toothpaste out of the tube, half of it ends up next to the toothbrush, and to make matters worse, the toothbrush then falls onto their freshly mopped floor.
• When you go on a trip, do you ever forget your toothbrush or toothpaste, leaving you stressed out as you rush to a competitor’s store to grab a replacement?
• Once again, they can't find a suitable toothbrush and toothpaste for their children in your store, even though their baby teeth have been affected by cavities and they've already tried everything in your entire selection.
• The open tube of toothpaste is sitting on the edge of the sink, leaking out, and they know exactly what’s on their to-do list again this afternoon: cleaning!? Maybe they’ll stop by your cleaning supplies aisle one last time before they start ;-)

Most of you were probably told by your parents as children not to eat too many sweets—otherwise you might get cavities. According to apotheken-umschau.de, this condition—also known as tooth decay—is caused by excessive plaque, which can form on the teeth from food particles. Bacteria colonize this plaque, converting the sugar from food into acid. This acid attacks the tooth enamel, gradually destroying the tooth—resulting in a cavity. Therefore, poor dental hygiene is naturally a major risk factor for tooth decay, because if teeth are cared for properly, no plaque forms on which bacteria can settle.

While tooth decay is the most common dental disease, gum disease, periodontitis, and periodontal disease are also common. Here, too, one of the causes is bacterial plaque. This is because plaque attacks not only the teeth but also the gums. As a result, the gums can become inflamed. If gum inflammation goes untreated, it leads to periodontitis and an accompanying progressive recession of the gums. This should not be confused with periodontosis, which is a non-inflammatory recession of the gums.

But plaque isn't the only thing that can lead to periodontitis. Other causes of these gum diseases can include:

• poor oral and dental hygiene
• Poorly fitting dentures
• Teeth grinding
• Conditions such as diabetes
• Stress and Depression
• Smoking
• Obesity

What both gum diseases have in common is that, in the worst-case scenario, the progressive recession of the gums can lead to tooth loss. In such cases, it becomes necessary to replace the lost teeth, for example with an implant, a crown, or dentures.

When teeth need to be replaced depends largely on your daily oral hygiene routine. The better you care for your teeth, the better you can prevent dental diseases such as cavities, gingivitis, and periodontitis.

 

Dental health also affects the rest of the body

By the way, dental health isn’t just important for aesthetics and eating. Although hardly anyone attributes poor health to their teeth, dental health actually affects a person’s overall health. According to infomedizin.de, patients with periodontitis and periodontal disease have a much higher risk of suffering from vascular diseases such as heart attacks or strokes. The reason: The recession creates a wound in the gum line, through which dangerous bacteria can enter the bloodstream and trigger further diseases in other parts of the body. In this way, conditions such as rheumatism, bladder or prostate infections, and allergies can also often be traced back to dental problems.

 

Here's how you can support dental health

If you want to avoid tooth and gum infections and the associated complications, you should make sure to practice proper and regular oral hygiene to maintain good dental health. Here, we’ve summarized the most important tips for oral hygiene:

• Teeth Cleaning: Teeth should be brushed at least twice a day, ideally about half an hour after eating. It is important to use fluoride toothpaste to strengthen the enamel and to brush your teeth correctly—that is, using circular motions and brushing from the gums toward the teeth. The spaces between the teeth should also be cleaned at least once a day. For this, either dental floss or interdental brushes should be used. The tongue should also be cleaned once a day. A mouthwash provides additional support for cleaning.

Tip: You should replace your toothbrush at least every 3 months! Push Brush holds enough toothpaste to last about 3 months. When the toothpaste runs out, it’s time to replace the bristles. The toothpaste thus serves as an indicator for the bristles. Most consumers want to replace their toothbrush after 3 months, but hardly anyone remembers when they bought it. They only replace it once the bristles start to bend. Statistically speaking, , we use an average of two toothbrushes per year. Push Brush supports dental health with an automatic replacement every 3 months!

• Preventive Care: Ideally , you should visit the dentist twice a year. During a professional dental cleaning, tartar is removed, among other things. It may also be a good idea to have a professional dental cleaning once a year.
• Diet: Of course , you don’t have to give up sugar entirely, but mineral water is a better choice than sugary drinks. If you do decide to have a Coke, don’t keep it in your mouth for too long so that the sugar doesn’t turn into acids that damage your teeth. If you’d like to snack on a piece of chocolate, you should brush your teeth immediately afterward. If you’re on the go, Push Brush is the ideal toothbrush.

Tip: With Push Brush, regular dental care is a breeze—even when you're on the go! The toothpaste is right at your fingertips. No need to carry tubes around. Just squeeze to dispense the toothpaste directly onto the bristles. This makes brushing fun—and encourages you to brush more often! 

If you follow these basic oral care tips, you can prevent dental and gum disease. This way, you’re not only doing something for your overall health, but you’ll also have a radiant smile. Push Brush is also a win for the environment, as it eliminates the need for tubes, packaging, and logistics entirely! Plus, no batteries or rechargeable batteries are used!