Dental care is important not only for the health of the mouth but also for the well-being of the whole body.
In fact, taking care of your teeth must be a daily habit to be learned from an early age. Oral hygiene should not be underestimated also because many bacteria can accumulate in the mouth due to food.
These can lead to even serious diseases, such as abscesses, which could be dangerous to health in general. Thus, with good oral hygiene and careful dental care, many diseases can be prevented.
To prevent this disease, dental care is essential, so here’s what to do
The teeth health it is fundamental for humans even if, among the various checks that a person has to do in life, that of the teeth is always in the last place. There are two reasons for this. The first is to be found in the “fear” of the dentist, even if in reality it is the tools he uses that are frightening. The second reason is the high cost of treatment. Therefore, it is preferable to postpone treatment for as long as possible.
In addition to caries control, also the gums they play an important role because they serve to protect the tooth. One of the most common and widespread diseases is periodontitis which increases with increasing age. But at the same time it has a rather slow and progressive development: it becomes difficult then to identify it. If not treated in time it could lead to the loss of teeth and with the problems that can ensue: feeding difficulties, appearance, language and health in general.
Periodontitis is a ‘bacterial inflammation which could also increase the risk of other more serious diseases such as diabetes, heart disease or neurodegenerative diseases. Furthermore, it is among the complications associated with pregnancy.
It all starts with an inflammation of the gum (gingivitis), i.e. the body’s defensive response to the presence of bacteria and tartar that irritate its structure. The gum becomes irritated, swollen and bleeds.
Gingivitis must be treated immediately, otherwise the bacteria will be able to enter the depth of the tooth structure and reach the bone. The consequences can also be serious, such as tooth loss.
Symptoms of periodontitis
For all these reasons it is important to know the symptoms of periodontitis, among them are:
- swollen gums;
- bleeding;
- general sensitivity in the mouth;
- pain when chewing;
- permanent bad breath;
- mobility of the teeth.
Symptoms do not appear suddenly, but periodontitis progresses slowly to serious consequences. For this reason, you must go to the dentist as soon as you notice the first symptoms.
Advice
You can prevent periodontitis by following a few tips. For example, brush your teeth it is the simplest way to prevent this disease. This is because plaque build-up (due to food) can be eliminated. But be careful because, on the contrary, tartar cannot be eliminated by brushing the teeth, but only with professional tools.
Furthermore, if possible, the teeth should be brushed at least twice a day after the main meals and it is necessary to dedicate about a couple of minutes. It is also important to change your toothbrush every three months or sooner if the bristles are open or damaged.
Another useful tip is to use the dental floss at least once a day. It is used to eliminate the plaque that has accumulated between the teeth and that the toothbrush has not been able to remove.
Even the use of the mouthwash it is essential and this also serves to sanitize the areas of the mouth that are most difficult to reach. Among other things, they help reduce bacterial plaque and tartar and, therefore, could prevent periodontitis. Among other things, used after brushing and flossing improves results.
Use the toothpaste right it could make a difference the important thing is that it contains fluoride. But it is better to ask your dentist for advice on the matter and then follow all the indications given.
Finally, program regular visits to the dentist defying fear is the surest way to prevent periodontitis. Remembering that, like many diseases, the sooner it is diagnosed, the sooner it can be treated without complications.