If you find yourself holding reading material closer to your face or at an angle or have difficulty writing within the lines on ruled paper, you may be experiencing vision loss. Ask a friend with good vision to examine your handwriting to see if your writing has become unclear or messy. If you start moving more slowly to avoid hitting objects, this is also a warning sign. Difficulty or hesitation while moving around are vision loss symptoms. Trouble reading traffic signs, difficulty seeing the different colors on traffic lights, and problems reading your speedometer can all signal vision problems. Ask a friend to ride with you on a short drive. Request that your friend evaluate your driving habits. Ask that the friend pay special attention to whether or not you stay within the lane lines, slow down adequately in advance of red lights or stop signs, or demonstrate over-cautiousness while driving. Request a driving exam at your local department of motor vehicles office. The examiner will be able to tell you if you experience driving difficulties that could be related to vision impairment. Stop driving until you have a vision exam and treatment if you are having difficulties seeing properly while driving. Trouble getting food on a fork, difficulty taking food from serving plates or bowls, frequently knocking over glasses, or spilling water over the edge of your glass can all be signs of vision problems. Ask a trusted friend to tell you whether you have started wearing mismatched clothing if you suspect problems.
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One-sentence summary -- Pay attention to changes to how you read and write. Note whether you need more light than normal to complete everyday activities such as reading, writing, eating, watching television or working on hobbies. Consider whether you find yourself bumping into objects or brushing against walls while walking. Pay attention to an increase in traffic violations. Take note of any problems you experience while eating and drinking. Review whether or not you have trouble telling the difference between different colors.

Article: Brushing and flossing every day and after meals can maintain the health of your teeth, fillings, and gums. A clean environment may help you avoid further fillings as well as unsightly stains. Make sure to brush and floss after meals if you can. If you have food stuck in your teeth, it promotes an environment that is rife for further cavities and can damage current fillings. If you don't have a toothbrush, chewing a piece of gum can help. Coffee, tea, and wine can stain your filling and your teeth. If you drink any of these beverages, Try to brush your teeth afterward to prevent staining. Tobacco and smoking can also stain your fillings and teeth. Sugary and acidic foods and beverages may contribute to your need for fillings, and controlling your intake of them can lead to better oral health. Tooth decay can easily occur underneath an existing filling. Over time fillings will naturally breakdown and leak, so it's important to maintain a healthy diet and good hygiene to prevent decay from forming under existing fillings, too. Brushing your teeth after consuming these foods may help prevent you from needing further fillings. If you can't brush, because for example you're at school, then rinse your mouth with water. Increase your water intake. Limit your snacking frequency, avoid sticky foods. Eat a healthy and well-balanced diet of lean protein, fruits and vegetables, and legumes can help with your overall well-being, including oral health. Even some healthy foods are acidic, including citrus fruits. Continue eating these, but limit how much you consume and consider brushing your teeth when you're done. Consider diluting juices with 50/50 water. Examples of sugary and acidic foods and beverages are soft drinks, sweets, candies, and wine. Sports drinks, energy drinks, and coffee with added sugar also count. If you have multiple fillings, ask your dentist to prescribe you a fluoride gel or paste. Fluoride helps to protect your teeth from new cavities and can promote general oral health Fluoride gel or paste also helps to strengthen your enamel, furthering the life of your fillings. Mouthwashes and toothpastes that contain alcohol can decrease the durability of fillings or even stain them. Use non-alcohol colored toothpaste or mouthwashes to avoid these problems. You can find toothpastes and mouthwashes without alcohol at most grocery and drug stores or online retailers. If you have a bad habit of clenching and grinding your teeth at night, you may damage your fillings and teeth. If you're a tooth-grinder, ask your dentist about using a mouth guard. Grinding wears your fillings and can cause sensitivity and damage including small chips and cracks. Nail biting, opening bottles or holding objects with your teeth are also bad habits. Try to avoid them so that you don't damage your teeth or fillings. Regular checkups and cleanings are an integral part of maintaining oral health. See your dentist at least twice a year, or more often if you're having any issues with your teeth or fillings.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Brush and floss every day, including after meals. Control your intake of sugary and acidic foods and beverages. Use fluoride gels. Avoid mouthwashes and toothpastes that contain alcohol. Don't grind your teeth. Get regular checkups and cleanings at your dentist's office.