Why should you not rinse with water after brushing your teeth?

adminMay 6, 2024September 20, 202409 mins

File photo In order to maintain good oral health, it is generally accepted that the teeth should be brushed twice a day. The purpose of brushing is to remove any plaque and bacteria that may build up on the teeth due to food particles or sugary drinks. For this purpose, fluoride is added to the…

What is ‘hospital pneumonia’? What does this have to do with daily brushing?

adminFebruary 20, 2024September 18, 202409 mins

—File photo Medical experts say that hospitalized patients are at increased risk of pneumonia, while daily brushing reduces the risk of ‘hospital pneumonia’. According to medical experts, hospital-acquired pneumonia occurs when bacteria in the mouth mistakenly enter the patient’s airways and infect the lungs. The risk of getting ‘pneumonia’ is high. According to an American…