October is a practical time for older adults to review dental care before holiday sweets and busy seasonal schedules arrive. Simple changes to brushing, snacking, and dry mouth care can protect teeth, gums, and dental work.
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Brushing Your Teeth With Baking Soda: Benefits, Risks, and How to Use It Safely for Personal Health
Essential Concepts Baking soda can neutralize acids and remove some surface stains, but it does not replace fluoride toothpaste for cavity prevention. Use it only occasionally and gently, avoid acidic mixtures, and skip it if you have enamel wear, recession, dry mouth, braces, or sensitivity.



