In this article we will talk about taking good care of oral hygiene as a way to prevent oral diseases.
You have to remember that to enjoy good oral health you should take into account these 5 habits:
- A good brushing, either electric or manual, and should last about three minutes.
- The silk thread or interproximal brush (there are several sizes).
- The use of the tongue scraper (to clean the tongue).
- Control of the intake of certain cariogenic foods (glucose, sugars …).
- Avoid habits such as tobacco.
It is also important to have oral hygiene done every year by a professional as long as we do not have any periodontal problems, which will then vary. of each patient and of the study previously carried out.
Difference between tartar (tartar) and plaque: Tartar is the calcification of dental plaque produced by saliva and minerals present in the mouth. Bacterial plaque, also called dental biofilm, is a soft, white or yellowish substance made up of colonies of multiple bacteria. We can measure the dental plaque with an erythrosine pill that stains the surfaces of the teeth in a pink color those that are occupied.
That is why we have this formula: %
How is tartar removed?
The tartar will be eliminated in a natural and painless way with the help of a device called ultrasound that with its vibration makes it detach. So, depending on the sensitivity of some patients, it can be a bit annoying and in these cases we use topical or infiltrative anesthesia.
What happens if we don't cleanse ourselves every year? Well, we can have problems like:
- Gingivitis, which is the inflammation and bleeding of the gums caused by food debris that remains trapped in the gums.
- Periodontitis, which is when the bacterial plaque spreads and grows under the gum line and weakens the periodontium, which is what holds the piece to us until the affected pieces fall out. They are treated with extensive curettage to keep as many teeth as possible in the mouth.
That is why we remind you of the importance of brushing your teeth every time you finish eating like this. How to go to our professional at least once a year in order to prevent and avoid oral problems.
Silvia Recolons Mas
Ribera Dental Clinic Hygienist