Save Your Teeth and Oral Health: Good oral hygiene is necessary to keep teeth and gums healthy. It involves habits such as brushing twice a day and having regular dental check-ups. Research confirms a direct link between the health of a person’s mouth and their overall health. Expert Dentists consider oral health to be a global health concern as more than 3.5 billion people worldwide are affected by oral diseases.
Stats on Oral health issues
Fortunately, there are easy ways to improve your oral health without visiting a dentist. In 2014[1] , adults reported that they had visited their dentist as follows:
- 52.3% reported once per 6 months.
- 15.4% reported once per year.
- 11.0% reported once every two years.
Redness, soreness, bleeding gums, change of taste, wear and tear of teeth, growing sensitivity, allergies, loss of appetite, Bad breath or yellowness on teeth etc. are to name just a few.
Dentists offer a wide range of services for those who need them. However, when it comes to a healthy mouth, dentists should not be the first stop. It starts from your home. The things you can do to save your teeth and keep your gums healthy is to follow a preventive care routine.
“True prevention is not waiting for bad things to happen, it’s preventing things from happening in the first place.”
Keeping a good toothbrush.
The toothbrush has evolved over the years from twigs to electronic toothbrushes. These bristles are made up of nylon (synthetic). Soft bristles toothbrush is recommended in children to reduce the chances of gingival tissue trauma. Hard bristle toothbrushes are more efficient in removing plaque as they are stiffer, can take up more pressure for cleaning. A hard bristle toothbrush is not recommended in patients already having abrasion, erosion, sensitivity, carious teeth.
Isn’t it worth saving your natural pearly whites in time?
We only have one life and only one full set of natural teeth. When you think about it, most of the cells in our body grow and repair themselves, our natural teeth do not. Which means you have to take care of your pearly whites before they age.
The consequence of losing your natural teeth or having them extracted can be grave. Your mouth is designed to operate with a full set of natural teeth. If one (or more) teeth are removed or extracted, the remaining teeth will shift thereby impacting the appearance of your smile and ability to chew. With dental concerns, the rule of thumb is to get treatment sooner; than later. Sometimes your teeth may have infection or disease and will need additional care.
You may think, why not have a tooth pulled, especially if no one can see it, but you will know your tooth is missing and it will negatively impact your quality of life. Don’t get a tooth pulled because you think it’s easier or more cost-effective. When possible, you should always consider treatments to save your teeth. In the words of Dr. Chirag Chamria, “We do as much as possible for the patients and as little as possible to the patient.” And we at Royal Dental Clinics in Mumbai stand by those statements even today.
Why is Saving Your natural in time important?
The Save Your Teeth campaign is all about this belief. The fundamental essence of dentistry is primarily to Save Your Natural Teeth. Technological advancements should be preserved. Today most patients read on the search engine about tooth pain, extractions, and dental implants and then decide the course of action. Rarely do patients read about how dentists can save their mobile or carious teeth. It is of paramount importance that doctors share the wisdom of saving your natural teeth.
As in the future, no one wants to see patients of the upcoming generation looking like Terminators with dental implants. Dentists must preserve these dental treatments for patients where no alternative to saving natural teeth is possible.
Royal Dental Clinics in Mumbai is continuing education for patients since the past 3 decades and counting on ‘Save Your Natural Teeth’. As per Dr. Chirag Chamria, “When it comes to oral health and teeth, everyone is unique – and the treatment plan should be, too. Royal Dental Clinics stays on top of the most modern, advanced technology to ensure our patients receive the best care possible, most of which is done in a matter of a few hours”. If your dentist recommends extracting a decayed tooth, ask for a referral to an endodontist. If you are considering extraction because it is easier or less expensive, it is time to pause and think again. Even a root canal treatment with proper care can last a lifetime.
DIY tips for maintaining good oral health- May try these at Home.
♢ Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste for a full 2 minutes each time.
✦ Flossing at least once daily to clean 48% of tooth portion which are in between.
♢ Limit consumption of sugary or acidic beverages to maintain an overall healthy diet.
✦ Smoking is harmful to your oral health. Hence quit smoking if you haven’t already.
♢ Increase your water consumption. Dry mouth attracts bacteria.
✦ Prevent excess plaque people build-up by reducing intake of alcohol.
♢ Smoking has a direct impact on oral health. Creates plaque, leads to cancer.
Dental surgeon, Please save my natural teeth!
Visit your dentist at least once in 6 months for a routine check-up and deep cleaning. Act immediately when you experience symptoms of swelling or pain. Most endodontists can accommodate emergency cases, even on weekends, ensuring you’ll be attended quickly.
If your dentist recommends ceramic or zirconia, ask whether the dental implant with SAPTeeth is a better option. Brush twice a day and do not forget to floss. Deep cleaning for your teeth once in 6 months. This removes bacteria and plaque. Now that you know the drill, what’s next you ask?
Conclusion
Find a dental clinic in Mumbai that helps you save your precious pearly whites. Royal Dental Clinics is on a mission to Save Your Natural Tooth. Keeping your natural tooth is always going to be your safest bet. With that being said, there are extenuating circumstances that may leave no other choice than extraction. Your dentist or endodontist will evaluate your specific condition and take a look at all possible measures to save the tooth. Remember, permanent teeth only grow once, and after they are removed, you cannot get them back. So, when it feels like the easiest option is to just pull it out, you have to know that the consequences of that action cannot be undone.
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