Oral hygiene

4.3%. Dental caries commonly caused by: - consuming food and drinks high in sugar - lack of oral care and understanding of oral hygiene - lack of preventative - socio-economic background Dental conditions in children reflects the core understanding of oral health in parents, as the children are immature and lack of oral health understanding. Consequently, parents should pay closer…

slowly turned into more exciting and comfortable. Through these semesters there was a lot of important information that we have all earned and it is important to bring it all together to be successful in clinics. We have also learned about dental hygiene process of care model and that is a significant aspect in client care clinics. As we started clinic in week 2 I found that my time management skills were not as good. I found myself wasting time and not using it efficiently but as more clinics…

recognized the importance of the oral-systemic connection and has invested in advanced periodontal treatment protocols including: Perio Protect® a comprehensive method that is customized for individual patients to help manage oral bacteria growing in the spaces or pockets between teeth and gum tissue. Minimally invasive, combining non-invasive chemical debriding with traditional mechanical debriding procedures (scaling and root planning). Hydrofloss, an oral irrigation system using…

biting will take a toll on your teeth, the enamel of your teeth wears away as the years go by. The nerves of your teeth will become smaller as you age, thus, your teeth will become less sensitive and prone to tooth decay. As you age, there are many oral health issues that may occur which may affect your overall health. There is evidence of an association between gum disease, dryness of the mouth, diabetes and heart disease commonly…

Oral Ulcers Oral ulcers are sores inside the mouth or near the mouth. They may be referred to as canker sores or cold sores, which are two types of oral ulcers. Many oral ulcers are harmless and go away on their own. In some cases, oral ulcers may require medical treatment to determine the cause and proper treatment. CAUSES In some cases, the cause of this condition may not be known. Common causes include: • Viral, bacterial, or fungal infection. • Emotional stress. • Foods or…

Prompt Periodontal Care for Quick Resolution of Gum Disease You may already have gum or periodontal disease and realize it only when your gums start to bleed. Most of the time, gum problems are not painful during the early stage. If you do not pay attention to gum health, you might wake up one day surprised that abscesses are already oozing and parts of your mouth are already infected. Neglect of gum health can lead to loss of teeth and parts of your jawbone. Periodontic studies in Spanish…

deposits to provide relief and treatment for a patient. Acquired pellicle is an acellular, bacteria-free film that is composed of salivary glycoproteins. This forms on teeth immediately after eruption for professional cleaning. The bacteria within the oral cavity begin to stick to the acquired pellicle and form plaque. Plaque is a sticky…

between fluoride and oral health when discussing the fluoride concentration within a public water system. These articles, however, are quite similar in their findings, yet differ in the location the study was conducted in and age groups that were focused on. This paper examines Banóczy (2013), Peterson (2015), as well as O’Sullivan & O’Connell’s (2015) research to fully understand the relationship of fluoridation within public water systems in a discussion of the effects on oral health of their…

inside your mouth, and the plaque will collect in the gums more easily because of this. Since plaque can weaken a dental implant, it is important to know the tricks to preventing plaque if you have dry mouth. Brush After Every Meal Your current oral hygiene routine may revolve around brushing when you wake up…

You can remove them at any time. You can eat and drink whatever you want while they are in, all you have to do is to take the aligners out when you want to eat or drink. You cannot do this with braces, Maintain good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing as you usually would by just removing the aligners. No metal brackets or wires are used in Invisalign treatment like what is used in traditional metal braces, therefore mouth irritation is minimized. You won't have to spend…