Cause of cavities, gum diseases and tartar

The reason for cavities, dental diseases and tartar is the food residue that accumulates on our teeth after meals and not being cleaned. If teeth are not cleaned frequently, for a sufficient time and in a sufficient manner, it is inevitable to encounter some problems.

Bacterial plaque that is not adequately cleaned after meals

Oral and dental health; bacterial plaque that is not cleaned sufficiently after meals causes the oral environment to become "acidic" over time, leading to bacterial growth and therefore cavities. to dental diseases why does it happen.

Dental stones

Dental stonesIt is formed over time by the hardening of bacterial plaque combined with the minerals in the saliva. It is cleaned with gum treatment.

Cleaning the mouth and teeth

Good cleaning of the mouth and teeth

• Teeth should be cleaned after every meal.
• Brushing your teeth should be done correctly for at least 3 minutes.
• Teeth should definitely be brushed before going to bed at night.
• The spaces between the teeth should be cleaned using dental floss once a day.
• Gargle with mouthwash solutions at least once a day.
• Those with receding gums or those who use dentures should clean with an interdental brush.

Brushing teeth

• The inner surfaces of the teeth should be brought closer to the tooth at a 45-degree angle and brushed to remove bacteria from the gums.
• Since the inner surfaces of the teeth, especially the front areas, are narrow, the brush should be inserted vertically and brushed.
• All surfaces of the teeth, including the inside and back sides, should be brushed thoroughly.
• The front and back of the tongue should also be brushed to get rid of bad odors.

Use of dental floss

• In people who brush their teeth to a certain extent, cavities usually occur in the interface areas.
• Interdental caries can be prevented simply by using dental floss.
• Waxed dental floss is preferred for ease of use.
• Dental floss is used by wrapping it around the index finger of both hands and using our thumbs.

Use of interdental brush

• Those with receding gums should definitely use an interdental brush. The spaces created by receding gums are suitable areas for bacteria to accumulate and multiply. Therefore, the spaces between the teeth should be cleaned after every meal.
• Those who use porcelain bridges should clean under the bridge after every meal, because the spaces under the porcelain bridge are suitable areas for food residues to accumulate and bacteria to grow.
• For those undergoing orthodontic treatment, a toothbrush is often insufficient and the areas between the wires must be cleaned with an interdental brush.