Excellent oral hygiene is your best defence. This includes:
- Thorough brushing: Brush twice daily for a minimum of two minutes each time, using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
- Cleaning between teeth daily: Use floss between teeth to remove plaque your toothbrush can't reach. If floss isn’t for you, give interdental brushes or a waterflosser a try.
- Regular dental checkups and cleanings: Your hygienist can remove hardened plaque (tartar) which irritate the gums in order to reduce risk of gum disease developing/progressing.