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ORAL HYGIENE PROCEDURES : Brushing is necessary to remove the sticky plaque & debris that collect around the tooth surfaces. Brushing twice a day is
ORAL HYGIENE PROCEDURES : Brushing is necessary to remove the sticky plaque & debris that collect around the tooth surfaces. Brushing twice a day is
usually recommended. Children in particular must be taught to brush & constantly supervised, for their techniques are often ineffective.
Circular strokes on the outer surfaces of the upper & lower teeth, back & forth strokes for the inner surfaces & the chewing surfaces of teeth is usual technique.
Normal brushing only cleans 3 out of 5 surfaces of your teeth. The remaining 2 surfaces (between your teeth), therefore need special attention to avoid build up of plaque food particles. In adult teeth, flossing is the additional cleaning aid used. Because tooth decay and gum disease often start in these areas, you need to use dental floss everyday.
Brushing Floss
In patients where the spaces in between teeth becomes wider (either due to gum disease or age) interdental brushes or proxa brushes may be used. Here a floss may not be as effective as this brush.
In conclusion, it is recommended that 2 visits may be made to the dentist in a year for routine checkups & cleaning. This should ensure good health of your teeth & gums for many years. Do your teeth justice, help them to serve you better.
Last updated on 10-11-2000
Circular strokes on the outer surfaces of the upper & lower teeth, back & forth strokes for the inner surfaces & the chewing surfaces of teeth is usual technique.
Normal brushing only cleans 3 out of 5 surfaces of your teeth. The remaining 2 surfaces (between your teeth), therefore need special attention to avoid build up of plaque food particles. In adult teeth, flossing is the additional cleaning aid used. Because tooth decay and gum disease often start in these areas, you need to use dental floss everyday.
Brushing Floss
In patients where the spaces in between teeth becomes wider (either due to gum disease or age) interdental brushes or proxa brushes may be used. Here a floss may not be as effective as this brush.
In conclusion, it is recommended that 2 visits may be made to the dentist in a year for routine checkups & cleaning. This should ensure good health of your teeth & gums for many years. Do your teeth justice, help them to serve you better.
Last updated on 10-11-2000
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