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Dental visits, most people like to push in front of them. Especially young people go, according to a Forsa poll for the first technician health insurance to the dentist if there is already a problem. This well-kept teeth belong to a good appearance and to make a large part of the first impression on others. “In addition to the constant exposure to such as sweets, coffee or nicotine, it is always prudent to maintain reasonable only at home, the teeth but the dentist regularly for preventive visit,” recommends Dr. med dent. Uwe Hildebrand, MSc, chief dentist of the dental practice and reside. In addition to regular brushing and flossing should therefore professional cleaning are performed.

Completely cleaned

Many dentists offer professional teeth cleaning, short-PTC, as a method of preventing diseases such as caries and periodontal disease. Individual costs the dentist will discuss prior to treatment with his patient. At what intervals is the cleaning should depend on the nature of the teeth, and any pre-existing conditions. A professional dental cleaning consists of various prophylactic measures. “First, we examine the teeth individually and advise the patient how he brushes his teeth properly at home and cares,” says Dr. Hildebrand. “Further efforts needed ultrasound technology, but also ordinary dental floss is used to remove all the plaque.” It goes beyond the purification of normal cleaning: Even hard-to-reach areas between teeth and in the gingival pockets of the doctor not shown. Special pastes polish the teeth smooth so that bacteria are not liable and new coverings, and contribute simultaneously from discoloration. In the end sealed a layer of fluoride, the teeth to protect against new diseases.

At the right end save

The professional teeth cleaning not only makes your teeth and gums healthy glow and fresh, but is also preparing a feeling like after a spa treatment. Patients optimally promote the preservation of teeth, and avoid semi-annual dental visits in connection with PZR unpleasant follow-up treatments. Financially worthwhile regular visits, many insurance companies offer bonuses or subsidies on dentures when the patient takes a so-called bonus issue and therefore proof that he regularly visits his dentist. Although the medical funds, PZR from 18 take no more of life, for saving deals on the internet revealed no professional solution. “The dentist agrees PZR individually to the patient, he knows his medical history and dental status,” says Dr. Hildebrand. “Treatments at discount prices usually offer no good dealing with patients.”

Bacteria in dental plaque are the main cause of gum inflammation. Regular tooth brushing and regular flossing can help remove plaque and prevent plaque accumulation on teeth and gums.

However, there are other causes of gingival inflammation. Even if you brush your teeth daily with dental floss and clean, you should be aware of for your oral health following factors:

* Drugs: A side effect of many prescription and OTC medications is that they reduce the amount of saliva that is produced naturally in your mouth. Saliva ensures that your teeth stay clean, by restraining the growth of bacteria. This means the less saliva you have, the greater the risk of gum inflammation. Many commonly used medications such as antidepressants and cold medicines may reduce the amount of saliva in your mouth. Therefore, check the side effects of medications you are taking, and pay special attention to your gums when a dry mouth is called as a side effect.
* Infection: Certain types of viral infections or fungal infections can lead to gum pain. One example is oral candidiasis, which occurs when a type of fungus that is naturally present in the mouth, takes the upper hand and form lesions that can infect the tongue and gums. In addition, one caused by the herpes virus infection lead to gum disease.
* Food: If you try a fad diet or a diet with a severe lack of calcium and vitamin B and C, you can have an increased risk for gum pain.

Studies show that chewing gum can have indirect positive effects on our teeth. The gum fact can stimulate production of saliva and increase salivary flow. Saliva is in fact a natural agent that washes our teeth and neutralizes some of the acids produced by bacteria. Specifically, it helps to combat the acid corrodes the tooth enamel. Chewing gum are very helpful especially for those who do not produce enough saliva. According to one study, after having eaten the chewing gum for 10 minutes each waking hour for a total period of two weeks, there was an increase in their salivary flow.

On the other hand, the rubber usually contains some kind of sweetener. Some brands of chewing gum may contain too much sugar, which can be harmful to the teeth. To minimize the effects, studies have shown that if a person uses a chewing gum with sugar, this should be chewed for at least 15 or 20 minutes. After this time, in fact, sugar is over but the saliva is sufficiently stimulated to wash away some of the residual sugar.

One often hears of chewing gum with xylitol. This ingredient can directly help to prevent tooth decay. A study conducted in Finland, in fact, shows a reduction of caries in children who chewed gum with xylitol. The exact mechanism of action of xylitol is currently unknown, but appears to inhibit bacterial growth, mainly of those bacteria involved in tooth decay.

A disadvantage of chewing gum are problems of joint temporomandibular joint. The chewing gum it can cause muscle fatigue and pain, especially when chewed and often for long periods of time. According to a survey of orthodontists and oral surgeons, 46% of them frequently believes that chewing gum could lead to problems with the article.