Preventive dentistry

Oral health is linked with the overall health of your body. Everything that you consume is prepared in your mouth to be acceptable by your body system. It is essential that you consume it in the right format so that it aligns with the process of your inner system. The right manner of chewing, bacteria-free mouth, appropriate amount and healthy saliva is a must to process food in your mouth, healthy gums for strengthening, and so much more. This is where preventive dentistry comes into its play. 

Oral health is recorded as one of the most ignored areas of the human body. It gets attention only when there is pain, a problem, or a big dental trauma. It is important to understand that just brushing daily is not taking the right care of your oral health. It requires regular care, regular checkups just like every other body checkup. Preventive dentistry is the new normal that not only helps you prevent dental issues but also contributes to the overall health of a human body. It focuses on keeping your teeth and gums healthy to prevent diseases like cavities, oral  infection, and gum diseases. It involves both daily-at-home care like brushing & flossing and regular professional dental visits for cleaning, checkups, and treatment like fluoride applications and sealings.

By practicing preventive dentistry with Smriti Raj Dentistry, you can maintain long-term oral health and even reduce the risk of systemic health issues.

Daily at-home care

• Brush and floss: Brush twice a day and floss daily to remove food particles and plaque that can cause decay and gum disease. 
• Use fluoride toothpaste: Use toothpaste with fluoride, which strengthens tooth enamel. 
• Limit rinsing after brushing: To maximize fluoride’s benefits, spit out excess toothpaste but avoid rinsing your mouth immediately after brushing
• Maintain a balanced diet: Be mindful of sugary and acidic foods and drinks that can harm your teeth.

Professional dental care

• Regular checkups: Visit your dentist at intervals recommended by your dental professional (often every six months) for checkups and cleanings.
• Dental cleanings: Professional cleanings remove plaque and tartar buildup that you can’t reach at home. 
• Fluoride treatments: Dentists can apply fluoride varnishes to further strengthen teeth and help reverse early decay, explains Gentle Dental. 
• Dental sealants: These are protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent decay, particularly in children and adolescents. 
• X-rays: Regular X-rays help dentists detect problems that aren’t visible during a visual exam.

Benefits of preventive dentistry

1. Avoids pain and discomfort: By preventing disease, it helps you avoid the pain associated with cavities and gum disease.

    

2. Saves money: Taking preventive steps can prevent the need for more expensive and extensive treatments down the road.

    

3. Improves overall health: Good oral hygiene is linked to better overall health, as oral infections can spread bacteria to other parts of the body.

So, the next time when you plan your health checkup, consider oral health checkup a part of it.

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