Day: November 8, 2010

To help keep the skin moist, avoid skin-care products with alcohol and petrolatum and drink plenty of fresh water during the day.

To keep skin clean, cleanse twice daily with a gentle soap-free cleanser.  Do NOT scrub; use your fingertips or a wad of cotton for the application to prevent against damaging skin cells or breaking capillaries.

According to the Academy of General Dentistry, flossing is just as important as brushing for teeth and gum health. Flossing helps remove the debris and plaque that stick to teeth and gums in between the teeth. It also helps control bad breath and polishes the tooth’s surface. Water picks and electric flossing are not as effective as manual flossing. Floss at least once a day.