Oral hygiene determines the future health of your teeth. To protect yourself from various unpleasant things, such as visible plaque, tartar deposits, tooth decay and bad breath caused by decomposing food and bacteria, you need regular care.
If the plaque is not cleaned properly, it will be converted to tartar. It is impossible to remove it at home. Therefore, a professional cleaning is required, which involves an examination, identification of problems, and a gradual cleaning. It should be done twice a year, but this standard may vary from individual to individual. People with crowns or braces need professional care every 4 months. If you smoke or have a strong interest in coffee, it is recommended that you take the procedure every 3 months.
Preventing illness is always much easier than curing, so home oral care should be mandatory and regular. We have collected several recommendations:
- The toothbrush must be selected individually, it all depends on the sensitivity and condition of your teeth.
- The cleaning process should be thorough and take at least 3 minutes.
- Remove plaque from your tongue with a ribbed rubber surface on the brush;
- You should also brush your teeth after meals. If there is no time or opportunity to do so, rinse your mouth with water.
- A brush may not always be able to remove food between the teeth, so floss.
- To clean each interdental space, you need to thread about 5 times.
- After the procedure, use a rinse to remove the remaining food, get rid of bacteria in the mouth, strengthen the enamel, prolong breath freshness and keep teeth whiter.
The modern irrigation device will help in the careful care of your teeth. It is similar to a brush, but instead of its head there is a thin tube from which the liquid is supplied under pressure. With the help of an irrigator, you can clean hard-to-reach places and get rid of plaque. It has a massage effect on the gums, is suitable for the care of braces and crowns, disinfects the oral cavity.
All products should be selected individually upon doctor’s recommendation – from toothbrush to rinse aid. The necessary cleanliness of the oral cavity supports home and professional hygiene. Timely and complete care helps to preserve the health of the tooth rows and periodontium, reduce the possibility of dental diseases.