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Research reveals deficiencies in Americans 'dental health habits

Research reveals deficiencies in Americans 'dental health habits

Approximately seven in 10 Americans brush their teeth at least twice a day, but more than 30% do not brush satisfactorily, according to research published by Delta According to the Delta Dental Oral Health and Wellness Survey, most Americans brush their teeth twice a day - once before bed and once when they wake up in the morning - for about a minute and fifty minutes. two seconds. The American Dental Association recommends brushing for two minutes, twice a day.

African Americans brush for 18 seconds longer than Americans in general, while adults 18-24 years spend 16 seconds more. Almost six in 10 Americans brush their teeth before bed and as soon as they wake up in the morning, while 38% brush after breakfast. About 17% brush after lunch, and 21% brush teeth after dinner.

According to Delta Dental research, 91% of Americans brush their teeth more often at home, in the bathroom, in the sink. However, about 4% say they brush more often in the shower. Americans between the ages of 18 and 44 are twice as likely to brush their teeth during bathing.

Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride paste is the key to good oral health, says Kohn. In fact, according to the Delta Dental survey, people who brush their teeth at least twice a day are 22% more likely to have a higher oral health compared to people who brush less often. dental is another area that could be improved, according to Kohn. Only 40% of Americans use dental floss at least once a day, and 20% never use it. Research has shown a relationship between daily flossing and good oral health.

Delta Dental also found that one-third of Americans have already had partners brush their teeth before a kiss. Men are less likely to require brushing before the kiss. For more results from Delta Dental's Oral Health and Wellness Survey, visit deltadental.com. For more ADA brushing tips, visit MouthHealthy.org.


Rotavirus Vaccine Raises Doubt in Mothers After Baby Has Deceived. Doctors clear all doubts about the rotavirus vaccine

Rotavirus Vaccine Raises Doubt in Mothers After Baby Has Deceived. Doctors clear all doubts about the rotavirus vaccine

One of them is the president of the Department of Infectology of the Brazilian Society of Pediatrics Marco Aurélio Sáfadi. According to him, one must analyze the picture with caution. "We do not know if it was a coincidence of events. Brazilian pediatricians have a lot of experience with this vaccine.

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Infarction in women: Causes, treatment and consequences are different

Infarction in women: Causes, treatment and consequences are different

Infarction occurs when the arteries supplying the blood to the heart are partially or totally obstructed, reducing the cardiac flow and damaging the heart muscle. Substances that clog arteries and contribute to the formation of blood clots are formed differently in men and women, as described. In some women, especially younger women, the plaques do not clog the arteries, but they can still form clots that would lead to a heart attack.

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