Proper dental care or hygiene has been emphasized again and again through dental care people during visits and commercials from companies and even the government. This has taken quite a headline due to a study that finds oral health as a good indicator of a person’s overall health. From diabetes to other illnesses, to harboring drug-resistant bacteria, rotten teeth are blamed for many a health problems that are plaguing people all over.
More and more studies are showing the direct link between oral health and overall physical health which has many people and dental professionals paying attention to their patient’s oral health. So best take care of those chompers and go visit the dentist at least twice a year. So you and your family stay healthy both withing and outside of your mouth.
Braces are considered to be one of the easiest ways of correcting crooked teeth that plagues most people all over the globe. But having braces is not the end of the story for proper observance of the necessary check-ups and cleaning is vital to assuring success of this type of dental treatment.
Teens mostly are prone to fail when it comes to diligent care of their teeth and dental appliances and statistics are showing an alarming failure rate due to lack of care. Proper brushing and strict observance of dental appointments allows the dental professional best assessment if the desired effect is being attained. Failure results in wasted money and pain(associated with the initial phases of the dental brace). Parents should get their kids and follow-up on proper care to allow the best results and a shorter treatment period.
Infrequent tooth brushing and flossing – brushing and flossing the teeth at least twice a day removes the food debris left between our teeth and this could lead to plaque formation.
Eating/snacking many times a day – it takes about 20 – 40 minutes for the food acid to be neutralized by the saliva and frequent eating gives the saliva less time to act on them.
Sucking citrus/acidic fruits – the ph levels of fruit juices are enough to erode the enamel making it susceptible to dental caries.
Smoking – this causes teeth stains due to tar deposits and more likely to develop gum diseases.
Oral Health Care:
Clean your teeth daily and visit your dentist one to two times a year to prevent gum disease and other oral health problems. Here are some tips on brushing:
Brush your teeth at least twice a day and ideally after every meal.
Use a soft-bristled toothbrush
Hold your toothbrush at a slight angle against your teeth using short back-and-forth motions.
Brush the inside and chewing surfaces of your teeth.
Brush your teeth for about two minutes each time you brush.
Brush your tongue.
Avoid harsh scrubbing, to avoid irritating your gums.
Replace your toothbrush every three or four months, or if it becomes frayed.
A condition in which the fungus Candida albicans accumulates on the mouth lining is called oral thrush. They cause creamy white painful lesions, usually on your tongue or inner cheeks. These lesions may bleed slightly when brushing teeth or when you scrape them. They may spread to the roof of your mouth, gums, tonsils or the back of throat.
Oral thrush occurs most often in babies and toddlers, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems. It is a minor problem for healthy children and adults, but for people with weakened immune systems, symptoms may be severe, widespread and difficult to control.
Brushing isn’t enough to clean all of the plaque from the surface of teeth. Places in between teeth and below the gumline can’t be reached by toothbrush and plaque can build up. Daily flossing helps to remove this plaque.
When left undisturbed plaque can transform into dental tartar(calcified plaque). The calcification process is aided by minerals from saliva and other oral fluids. The transformation of dental plaque into tartar can take place in 24 to 72 hours. Once dental tartar has fully formed on teeth it can’t be brushed or flossed off. Flossing daily cleanses dental plaque away before it transforms into tartar.
Most bacteria present in the mouth are called anaerobic meaning they thrive in environments that lack ample amounts of oxygen. They thrive uncontrolled in mouths that are not brushed properly often leading to periodontal disease and tooth decay resulting in fallout. Chlorine is primarily a sanitizing agent but used as is can result in serious injury for it eats away tissue being caustic thus making it useless for dental use. Chlorine Dioxide on the other hand is a form of stabilized chlorine that reacts with the many gasses that results in bad breath neutralizing it thus eliminating the odor.
It also has the advantage of producing oxygen which is also an anti bacterial that kills off the bacteria as it oxidizes. It also makes the environment oxygen rich hence lessening the chances of bacteria to survive in the mouth. Used in toothpaste or as a gargle it really helps lower the bacterial levels while clearing away the odor. Mouthwash that contain chlorine dioxide also tends to be milder for with no alcohol, the sting is removed thus making the process of gargling recently brushed teeth and gums(that sometimes get bruised and scratched).
Parents tend to be too careful when it comes to the care of their child’s teeth but too much care may have a downside that will only become apparent in later life. Wisdom teeth (baby teeth) as they are called come out a few months after birth and continue to grow in place till the toddler stage. Teeth care is a must but too much as we have said can result in impacted tooth with permanent teeth growing erratically resulting in discomfort and even painful conditions.
Emergencies with teeth due to knocks and falls are common as any parent knows and they usually result in no permanent damage for new teeth do grow in after a couple of months. It is a good idea to get your little one to the dentist for proper management which can allow proper maintenance of your child’s teeth preventing problems later on. Regular check-ups is also a must to allow proper care for developing problems. An apple a day might keep the dentist away, but a twice a year visit can help you keep a mouthful of sparkling healthy teeth.
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Dentistry is the assessment, diagnosis, prevention and/or treatment (sugical, non-surgical or related procedures) of diseases, disorders or conditions of the oral cavity or the adjacent and associated structures and their effect on the human anatomy. Dentistry is essential for overall oral health. Other people involved in the oral health service are the dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental technicians and dental therapists. Dentistry normally includes procedures and processes associated with the oral cavity. Typical treatments usually include teeth surgery as treatment for carries or cavities. Ruined teeth can be filled with dental amalgams, dental composites, dental porcelains, precious and non-precious metals.
Wisdom teeth are third molars found at the back of your mouth. Most people have four wisdom teeth, two on top, two on bottom. These are the last of your teeth to erupt through the gums and they normally emerge between ages 17 and 21.
At times, wisdom teeth aren’t able to come out normally and become trapped within your jaw. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause problems, from nuisance pain to serious dental disorders. They often must be surgically removed. Learning more about impacted wisdom teeth will help you decide when to treat them and how to avoid related complications.