WHY IS PREVENTION IMPORTANT?

Caring for your oral health benefits your overall health.

Proper oral hygiene does not just prevent poor dental health and periodontal disease, but it also affects our overall health and well-being.

The staff here at Davidson Dental will teach you how to properly brush your teeth and show you the best techniques for maintaining good oral hygiene. We, of course, will also advise you when to remove dental plaque, which forms on your teeth in places that are harder to clean.

The benefits of this form of dentistry are numerous, and patients of all ages can realize its goal: keeping gum disease, sensitivity, cavities and other common conditions at bay. If early signs of cavities and gum disease can be reversed, then patients can look forward to a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Your dental team will first check your teeth and gums, and talk to you about any treatment you need. The main aim is to help you get your mouth really healthy. In a healthy mouth, it is unlikely that decay or gum disease will continue to be a problem.

  • The dental team will thoroughly remove all plaque and tartar from your teeth. This is often called a ‘scale and polish’.
  • The dental team will show you the best ways to brush, and how to clean in between your teeth using interdental brushes or floss, to remove the bacterial ‘plaque’ which forms constantly on your teeth. When you eat or drink something sugary, the bacteria in the plaque turn the sugar into acid, which may cause tooth decay. Plaque can also cause gum inflammation (swelling and soreness) if it is not regularly and thoroughly removed. The hard tartar (or ‘calculus’) which builds up on the teeth also starts off as plaque.
  • You will be told which oral care products are the best ones for you to use.
  • The dental team will probably talk to you about your diet, and any habits you have such as smoking and drinking.
  • Your dentist will also make sure that all your fillings are in good condition and that there are no rough edges to make cleaning difficult.

HOW TO PREVENT POOR DENTAL HEALTH

Brush with toothpaste after eating or drinking

Brush your teeth at least twice a day and ideally after every meal, using fluoride-containing toothpaste. To clean between your teeth, floss, or use an interdental cleaner.

Rinse your mouth

If your dentist feels you have a high risk of developing cavities, he or she may recommend that you use a mouth rinse with fluoride.

Consider dental sealants

A sealant is a protective plastic coating applied to the chewing surface of back teeth. It seals off grooves and crannies that tend to collect food, protecting tooth enamel from plaque and acid.

Avoid frequent snacking and sipping

Whenever you eat or drink beverages other than water, you help your mouth bacteria create acids that can destroy tooth enamel.

Eat tooth-healthy foods and drink some water

Some foods and beverages, especially water, are better for your teeth than others. Avoid foods that get stuck in grooves and pits of your teeth for long periods, or brush soon after eating them.

Consider fluoride treatments

Your dentist may recommend periodic fluoride treatments, especially if you aren’t getting enough fluoride through fluoridated drinking water and other sources.

Ask about antibacterial or combined treatments

If you’re especially vulnerable to tooth decay — for example, because of a medical condition — your dentist may recommend special antibacterial mouth rinses or other treatments to help cut down on harmful bacteria in your mouth.

Do you have an emergency?

We are here to help!

Do not hesitate to seek urgent dental care if you experience any of the following symptoms:

  • A Severe Toothache or bleeding
  • Broken Tooth or Jaw
  • Lost Dental Fillings or Crown
  • Object Stuck in Teeth

Do you want to have the smile of your dreams?

Book Now