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Every time when we eat or
drink, demineralization occurs at the surface of our teeth
and creates a chance for getting dental caries. The more often
we eat or drink, the greater the chances for us to have dental
caries. Therefore, having regular meals three times a day
with sufficient amount of food during each meal will reduce
the frequency of meals we have, and thus reduce the chance
of getting dental caries. Avoid snacking in between meals.
If you feel hungry in between meals, you may snack once. When
you feel thirsty, just drink plain water to quench thirst.
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Fluoride strengthens the teeth by increasing their resistance to acid attack. Fluoride also facilitates mineral to re-enter the teeth (remineralization) and helps repair early caries lesions. Therefore, you should brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste.
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Have regular dental check-up at least once a year so that early dental caries can be diagnosed at an early stage. Preventive dental treatments such as fissure sealants can be applied when appropriate.
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