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Preventive Dentistry

Preventive Dentistry is the process of caring for your teeth to keep them healthy. Cavities, gum disease, enamel wear, and other issues can all be avoided by doing so.

Preventive dentistry includes things like daily brushing and teeth cleanings. The American Dental Association (ADA) suggests seeing the dentist at regular intervals established by a dentist to maintain oral health. These procedures are followed to keep teeth clean, strong, and white. At a young age, children should be taught appropriate mouth hygiene.

Continue reading this article to understand how to take care of your teeth.

Brush Your Teeth Daily

Dentists recommend cleaning your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time with fluoride toothpaste. Brushing your teeth removes food and plaque, a sticky white film that forms on your teeth and contains bacteria. The bacteria in plaque release acids that destroy tooth enamel when you eat a sugary meal or snack.

Floss Daily

Interdental cleaning (like floss) may prevent cavities and gum disease by removing plaque between teeth. Cleaning between your teeth helps to prevent cavities and other gum diseases. Flossing helps clean out the tight spaces between teeth. You might need floss threaders to get between the brackets if you wear braces.

Visit Your Dentist

It is recommended to see a dentist once a year. An oral exam can check for any problems in the teeth or gums.

Eat a Balanced Diet

Eating a balanced diet is necessary to maintain overall health. You should limit your sugar intake, especially simple carbohydrates like white bread, and drink plenty of water throughout the day. Vitamins are also necessary for good oral health, so make sure you eat a varied diet to get all the vitamins you need.

Why is Preventive Dentistry do?

Preventive dentistry protects people from developing dental problems. If you maintain proper dental care, you can avoid dental problems like:

• cavities
• gingivitis
• enamel loss
• Periodontitis

Benefits from Preventive Dentistry

Preventive dentistry is beneficial to everyone. It benefits children because it allows the new adult teeth to grow strong and healthy. Dental sealants and topical fluoride treatments can help keep your children's teeth healthy and free of decay. Preventive dentistry helps adults to protect their natural teeth. Your oral hygiene is connected to the wellness of your body. This is because hazardous bacteria thrive in the mouth.

Book an appointment at RR Dental Hospital and check the health of your teeth. We are one of the best dental hospitals in Chennai.