Stopping Tooth Decay
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Preventing tooth rot isn't just important to oral health, and it saves a lot of money. Tooth decay slowly gnaws away at the enamel of a tooth and can also finally destroy the dentin that protects your tooth's roots. Candy, milk, pop, and even cereal can make a contribution to tooth decay due to sugars and starches that remain on your teeth. These bits and pieces combine with bacteria in your mouth, creating plaque and ultimately cavities.
There are some common sense things you can do to stop tooth decay at home. First, get a good fluoride toothpaste and brush after every meal using a soft toothbrush. When you don't have access to a toothbrush, use dental floss or minimally rinse your mouth totally with water to remove residue.
Between meals watch your nibbles. Sugar and carbohydrates like those in potato chips stick to the outer surface of your teeth. Drinking fluoridated water after a break helps offset tooth decay, as can fluoride additions that you can get from your dentist.
Another dental option is getting sealants. You may have a protecting coating applied to your teeth that resists rot for a few years. This certainly doesn't replace good oral hygiene or regular dental visits but it does at as a defensive line for preventing tooth decay.
Research indicates that wrigleys gum may also help allay tooth rot. Gum that contains xylitol, a sweetener, seems to slow bacterial growth in the mouth. This, mixed with foods that defend your teeth like cheese, plants and fresh fruit, goes a ways toward shielding your enamel.
Another approach that you can discuss with your dentist is antibacterial treatments. These are commended for folks that are at serious risk for tooth rot. The good thing is that anti-bacterial products come in the form a mouth wash that you can use in the confidentiality of your home - no requirement for a special dental appointment apart from getting the primary script.
Forestalling tooth decay is something you can do each day at home. Combine that protocol with visiting your dentist for regular cleanings and checkups and you'll be well on the way to healthy teeth and gums. Just do a fast web search for your local dentists ' web sites and read their reviews before going in for a visit.
There are some common sense things you can do to stop tooth decay at home. First, get a good fluoride toothpaste and brush after every meal using a soft toothbrush. When you don't have access to a toothbrush, use dental floss or minimally rinse your mouth totally with water to remove residue.
Between meals watch your nibbles. Sugar and carbohydrates like those in potato chips stick to the outer surface of your teeth. Drinking fluoridated water after a break helps offset tooth decay, as can fluoride additions that you can get from your dentist.
Another dental option is getting sealants. You may have a protecting coating applied to your teeth that resists rot for a few years. This certainly doesn't replace good oral hygiene or regular dental visits but it does at as a defensive line for preventing tooth decay.
Research indicates that wrigleys gum may also help allay tooth rot. Gum that contains xylitol, a sweetener, seems to slow bacterial growth in the mouth. This, mixed with foods that defend your teeth like cheese, plants and fresh fruit, goes a ways toward shielding your enamel.
Another approach that you can discuss with your dentist is antibacterial treatments. These are commended for folks that are at serious risk for tooth rot. The good thing is that anti-bacterial products come in the form a mouth wash that you can use in the confidentiality of your home - no requirement for a special dental appointment apart from getting the primary script.
Forestalling tooth decay is something you can do each day at home. Combine that protocol with visiting your dentist for regular cleanings and checkups and you'll be well on the way to healthy teeth and gums. Just do a fast web search for your local dentists ' web sites and read their reviews before going in for a visit.
About the Author:
Caroline Manuel is an Orthodontist in Eunice, Louisiana. You can read more at her website as well as see dental pictures.
