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Longevity
beginner
Moderate Evidence

Oral Health Routine

Make brushing, interdental cleaning, and dental follow-up a tracked healthspan habit instead of an afterthought.

Time
5 min/day
Cost
$0-20
Equipment
Toothbrush +1 more
Min. Trial
4 weeks

Dosage & Timing

Duration
5 min
Frequency
Daily
Best Time
pre-sleep

Evidence Strength

3/5 — Moderate

Oral health is linked with cardiometabolic risk, though causal effects vary and dental care remains the core target.

Overview

Make brushing, interdental cleaning, and dental follow-up a tracked healthspan habit instead of an afterthought.

How To Do It

1

Step 1

Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste.

2

Step 2

Use floss or interdental brushes once daily.

3

Step 3

Schedule dental cleaning or evaluation if overdue.

4

Step 4

Track bleeding or pain and seek dental care if persistent.

The Evidence

Each claim is linked to its source study. Confidence reflects the study design — systematic reviews and RCTs rank highest.

Several screening tests can detect hearing loss in older adults, though outcome evidence remains limited.

Primary Literature

Evidence Review:Screening for Hearing Loss in Older Adults (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33755082/)

Interactions & Warnings

Contraindications

  • Dental pain, bleeding, or infection needs dental evaluation

Measurable Outcomes

Brush and floss adherence
Gum bleeding
Dental visit completion

Equipment Needed

  • Toothbrush
  • Floss or interdental brushes
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