Oh, where to begin? Probably the most important thing, and what I usually drill into everyone upon first meeting is: YOU ALWAYS HAVE TO FLOSS!!!! Even if you don't want to brush your teeth because it is just too hard to add those two minutes before you fall into bed, always always always floss.
The are so many different kinds of bacteria in between your teeth that can develop into other kinds of problems all over your body, which makes it absolutely worth wrapping your fingers around that tiny thread every day. I was watching Conan one night and there was a guest he had on that was talking about all the ways to increase years onto your life. I am completely blanking on his name, but he was saying that flossing everyday can add 2 to 3 years onto your life because of the bacteria that can just fester and rot up in there. Basically, it is muy muy importante.
If you absolutely HATE to floss, there is a great product out there called the Reach Flosser, and I have changed some minds for doing the deed <references definitely available if needed>. It is a plastic hand held device that attaches a floss piece every time you want to floss. Check it out:
It pretty incredible how much we ask of our teeth. There are so many things that are really bad for our teeth that I think many don't realize. One of the top no no list to chew on is popcorn kernels, AND ice cubes. Both have a terrible habit of cracking teeth, and or taking off other restorations you already have going on in your mouth, so try to avoid chewing on either if possible. Crowns are expensive, yet they are so teeny tiny. Lemons are not great either because the acidity can essentially break down the teeth and over time. Basically you want to stay away from anything really really hard, and don't forget about all those delicious juices and candies. They can get ya.
All the teeth in the mouth are numbered to make dentists lives organized. The numbers go from 1-32 because that is the maximum amount of teeth a person can have, including the wisdom teeth. Hardly ever do people actually have all 32 teeth grow in, and the other day my doctor and I were able to see inside a mouth with every single tooth grown in and completely functional. It was nerd, in a tooth nerd kinda way.
And just remember that sensitivity to heat, a cup of hot water or coffee, is never a good thing, so get to your dentist before it gets too late and pay them a grand ole visit! Chances are the pain is not going to go away until treated.
As quoted from West Wing, "Teeth are the best friend you can get. You be good to them, they'll be good to you."
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