Today, October 3rd, Dentist Day is celebrated in Colombia, a holiday that coincides with that of other Latin American countries, including Bolivia, Argentina, Cuba, Ecuador, Paraguay, Dominican Republic, Uruguay and Venezuela.
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This date commemorates the founding of the Latin American Dental Federation (FOLA) in Santiago de Chile in 1917. In 1925, at the second FOLA Congress in Buenos Aires, the proposal of Dr. Raúl Loustalán, an Argentine delegate, proposed establishing October 3 as the official day of dentistry in Latin America.
The purpose of Dentist Day is to raise awareness of the importance of oral health care for the comprehensive development of humans and the prevention of diseases and problems related to teeth and gums.
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Tips for maintaining good oral hygiene
It is recommended to visit the dentist every three to four months or as directed by the professional. to prevent damage and ensure effective mouth cleaning. In addition to regular check-ups, it is advisable to follow the following steps to maintain a healthy smile and prevent stains, tooth enamel damage and tooth decay:
– Use of dental floss: It is recommended to use it at least once a day before brushing your teeth to remove plaque and hard-to-reach food particles.
– Brush teeth: It is important to do this after every meal and after consuming foods, caffeinated drinks, sodas and sweets. Brushing should take at least two minutes.
– Toothbrush renewal: It should be changed every three months and also after infectious diseases that affect the respiratory tract.
– Use of mouthwash containing fluoride– Helps prevent stains and keep teeth white by strengthening tooth enamel and preventing damage and tooth decay.
– Avoid smoking: Tobacco can cause discoloration and yellowing of teeth.
– Reduce consumption of sugary products: gSoda, lemonade and chewing gum with a high sugar content can promote the development of tooth decay and damage mouth enamel.
– Use toothpastes with activated carbon: This natural material can help whiten teeth by removing toxins and preventing unwanted staining.
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