We all have lots of excuses why we don't brush two to three times a day and floss at night. No matter what your age, it's never too early or too late to start good dental health habits. Here are some dental health tips from Delta Dental on how you can take better care of your teeth:

• Use a good quality toothbrush with soft, end-rounded bristles and change it every 2-3 months or sooner if the bristles get worn or bent. Also use a new toothbrush if you have just gotten over a cold.
• Use a toothpaste with fluoride and ask your dentist if you should use one with tartar control.
• Make flossing part of your nighttime routine. Children should be flossing by the time they are eight or nine.
• What you eat also affects your dental health. Avoid sugary and sticky candy.

Additionally, brushing your teeth after each meal will be a signal to your mouth –and your mind–that it’s time to stop eating.