Top tips for good oral health
It is important to also take care of your teeth at home, no matter how old you are.
Children's teeth
When your children are young, they will need help to keep their teeth clean. For babies you can wipe their gums gently with a cloth even if no teeth are present.
Once teeth begin to come through clean them with a soft brush twice a day - usually in the morning and before bed. Toothpaste should be spat out.
Once your child gets older they can start brushing themselves, but until the age of around nine-years-old they will still need help and it is best if you brush their teeth as well. When your child starts losing their baby teeth make sure any wobbly teeth are still be brushed carefully and that they are cleaning in between any gaps.
Children (and adults) who are wearing orthodontics, need to be careful to make sure no food is getting stuck in the braces.
Adult teeth
Adults should also brush their teeth twice a day. Pick a soft brush that will be kind to your gums. Remember to brush all of the tooth's surfaces and also clean along the gum line using soft strokes.
Flossing is also helpful to remove any food or plaque build-up from between teeth. If you find flossing tricky, talk to your dentist about using interdental brushes (small brushes that fit in between the teeth) instead.
If you suffer from a dry mouth which can increase gum problems and tooth decay, make sure you are staying hydrated and talk to your dentist about special protectice gels.

Choosing the right food and drinks for good oral health
The best thing you can do for your teeth is to keep sugary and acidic drinks to a minimum, especially for children. The best drinks for children are milk and water, but even though these are healthier babies should still not be allowed to go to sleep sucking a bottle of milk.
Adults should also limit fizzy drinks and sugary snacks and remember not to brush your teeth straight after drinking these type of drinks. You could also try using a straw which reduces the amount of acidity touching your teeth.
Using drugs and smoking cigarettes can also harm your oral health.