Dentist named common mistakes in dental care

Many people believe that regular brushing of teeth twice a day is all that is needed for proper oral care, however, even with this procedure, mistakes can be made that over time can lead to tooth decay, gum inflammation and enamel damage. About this on February 14, "Gazeta.Ru" was told by Maxim Obushenkov, dentist and head of the Revyline brand.

According to him, it is important to remember that not only teeth require attention, but also the toothbrush itself. After each use, the brush must be thoroughly rinsed under running water and left in the air without a cap to dry. In a closed, humid environment, especially with a protective cap, the bristles become a breeding ground for bacteria, which reduces the effectiveness of cleaning and can lead to various dental problems.

Obushenkov also focuses on the duration of brushing teeth. Cleaning too quickly does not allow you to get rid of plaque efficiently. It is recommended to brush your teeth with a regular brush for at least three minutes, following the correct technique.

In addition, regular visits to the dentist play an important role in the prevention of diseases. Professional oral hygiene should be performed at least twice a year, and more often if there are individual indications. It is at such techniques that the early stages of caries or enamel damage can be detected and their development prevented.

The expert advises paying special attention to the habit of rinsing your mouth immediately after brushing your teeth. In some cases, this may reduce the effectiveness of the toothpaste, as the active ingredients do not have time to act. In addition to a toothbrush, for proper oral care, it is worth using additional tools, such as dental floss, an irrigator and a monopuckle brush.

Finally, the dentist reminds that the toothbrush or attachment for the electric model should be changed approximately every three months, as well as immediately after infectious diseases. Worn-out bristles no longer perform their function properly and can become a source of bacteria.

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On February 9, Victoria Karatayeva, the chief dentist of All Yours Dentistry, reported that one of the unobvious provocateurs of enamel destruction is the habit of washing down hot food with cold drinks, as temperature fluctuations increase sensitivity and can provoke microcracks on the enamel. Another reason is acidic foods and drinks: water with lemon in the morning, citrus smoothies, sugar—free sodas, the dentist added.

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