1st August is regarded as the National Oral Hygiene day. Here are some points to remember for a good and sound oral health- 1) Brushing twice a day 2)Following the correct brushing technique, as demonstrated by the dentist 3) Visiting the dentist twice a year as most of the times, tooth decay and gum disease DO NOT HAVE ANY SYMPTOMS and go unnoticed. 4) Getting professional teeth cleaning done (scaling) once a year 5) Attending to dental problems promptly. Always keep smiling