Brushing and Flossing Procedures
Routine home care is very important. Each one of us has the job
of maintaining our mouths and teeth to help keep us in good health.
Ideally, you should brush and floss in the morning, after each meal
and snack during the day, and before you go to bed each night in
order to reduce the decay and gum disease causing bacteria in the
mouth.
Brushing and Flossing
Brushing with a fluoride toothpaste and flossing daily are important.
These actions remove the sticky plaque that accumulates on our teeth.
If the plaque is not removed it becomes the perfect place for bacteria
to gather and begin the decay process. Flossing helps to remove
any food that becomes trapped between teeth and at the gum line.
There are many types of toothbrushes on the market. It is generally
recommended that you use a soft bristle brush at a 45 angle to your
teeth, brushing in the direction that the teeth grow, that is: from
the gum down for top teeth and from the gum up on the bottom teeth
front and back, and at a horizontal angle on the biting surfaces
on the molars. Floss comes in many varieties, waxed, un-waxed, tape,
and in many flavors, etc. Ask your dentist which type is recommended
for you.
Fluoride Rinses and Mouthwash
Some dentists recommend fluoride rinses or special
mouthwash for their patients. You may want to check with your dentist
to see what is recommended for patients who live in your area. If
you live in an area that fluoride added to your municipal drinking
water system, you will receive extra protection against tooth decay.
Toothpaste
When you go to the store to pick out toothpaste, you will be surprised
at the variety of choices and flavors. Toothpastes have been formulated
to eliminate decay, strengthen teeth, reduce tartar, whiten teeth,
freshen breath, and eliminate tooth sensitivity. They are available
in all forms: pastes, gels, drops and powders and in every color
and flavor imaginable.
Oxyfresh
We are proud to recommend dental home care products from Oxyfresh
Worldwide. We fell they are superior to most over-the-counter
dental products and that they provide a valuable adjunct to any
home care program. We will be happy to discuss how this program
will benefit you.
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