Gum disease & Tooth decay – most prevalent dental diseases among both children and adults. Right diagnosis, treatment and maintenance can easily prevent both form of Dental diseases.
Tooth decay starts with destruction of tooth enamel and leads to holes in teeth, called Cavities. If left untreated, these cavities worsen & tooth becomes compromised.
Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. It’s typically caused by plaque, a sticky film of bacteria to build up on the teeth and harden.
Both tooth decay and gum disease can result in tooth loss.
The good news? You can prevent tooth decay and gum disease with simple, easy and affordable steps.
9 Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay & Gum Disease
1. Brush your teeth twice a day
2. Floss daily. Your brushing is not complete without flossing. Floss can reach the crevices too small for your brush bristles, so it’s a necessary step for a clean mouth.
3. Skip the sugar. Sugar reacts with the bacteria in your saliva to form an acid that erodes your tooth enamel, the outer protective layer of your teeth.
4. Swish with mouthwash. For an added boost to your oral hygiene routine, rinse with an anti-bacterial mouthwash.
5. Use fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride helps strengthen your tooth enamel to combat tooth decay.
6. Tongue Cleaning:
7. Salt water rinses : (2-3 times) per day
8. Pay attention to your mouth and gums.
9. Visit the dentist every six months.
About Dr. Somit Jain
Dr Somit Jain provides comfortable dental care to patients of all ages. Call 85180-50001 today to schedule a checkup and cleaning, cosmetic consultation, or second-opinion visit. We are located in Pandri, Raipur, Chhattisgarh India.
Excellent..!! Infographic showing how to prevent Tooth decay and Gum disease includes wonderful pictorials which are self explanatory. Well done Dr Somit Jain- Best Periodontist..!!
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