If you have gum disease, your dentist might have recommended getting a deep cleaning. This is a little more complex than a regular cleaning as it gets deeper below the gum line to remove plaque and tartar. Here are some things to know about this type of cleaning.
When You Need a Deep Cleaning
The first thing you should know is when you might be a good candidate for a deep cleaning.
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It's common knowledge that regular brushing and flossing, combined with less sugar consumption, can prevent cavities and tooth decay. If you are following these rules but still have a cavity-prone mouth, perhaps it's time to add more decay prevention ideas to your daily arsenal. The following are some lesser known and sometimes surprising ways you can further minimize your chances of a cavity.
Tip #1: Switch to a straw
There's no need to give up sweet drinks completely – you can still enjoy them as an occasional treat.
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Braces take some getting used to, but the results are generally well worth the temporary discomfort. Sometimes, though, discomfort can become pain if one of the wires or brackets break. This is because they can poke and irritate the inside of your mouth. While it's important to get in to the orthodontist for a repair as soon as possible to ensure the braces work properly, you may be stuck dealing with a break outside of office hours.
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Not brushing and flossing your teeth will cause many dental problems. Among these problems is the growth of abscesses in your mouth. When your teeth are not properly cared for, bacteria will set in and cause small pockets to form on your gum line. These pockets are full of pus and can be very painful. If left untreated, an abscess can lead to even more dental problems. Luckily, there are many things that you can do right at home that will help drain the abscess and help it heal.
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For some time now, e-cigarettes have been hailed as healthy alternatives to their conventional counterparts. It is true that electronic cigarettes contain fewer chemical compounds than traditional cigarettes, but this doesn't mean the former are harmless. Of particular concern is nicotine, which is abundant in e-cigarettes and poses different oral health concerns, such as:
Causing Gum Recession
Gum recession is a common general dental problem in which the margins of gum tissues pulls back or wears away to expose previously covered parts of the tooth.
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