What is oral hygiene?
Practices to keep the mouth clean and free of disease, including brushing, flossing, mouthwash use, and regular dental check-ups.
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Practices to keep the mouth clean and free of disease, including brushing, flossing, mouthwash use, and regular dental check-ups.
Factors include certain medications, aging, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, nerve damage, tobacco, or conditions like Sjogren’s syndrome or diabetes.
It strengthens tooth enamel, reduces the risk of decay, can reverse early decay, and supports healthy tooth development in children.
Modern dentures are typically made from acrylic resins, but can also include metal components.
Brush and floss regularly, eat a balanced diet, avoid sugary snacks, and have regular dental check-ups.
This can be due to metal underneath a porcelain crown, or staining at the margin of the crown.
Maintain oral hygiene, use antimicrobial or therapeutic mouthwash, eat a balanced diet, avoid tobacco, and have regular dental check-ups.
Every 3-4 months, or sooner if the bristles are frayed. Also, after any illness.
Exposed dentin due to worn enamel, gum recession, cavities, cracked teeth, or post dental treatments.
Maintain good oral hygiene, drink plenty of water, avoid tobacco and certain foods, chew sugar-free gum, and consider mouthwash or professional dental cleanings.
Stay calm, contact your dentist immediately, and follow any provided instructions. For knocked-out teeth, try to reinsert it or keep it moist.
Possible reasons include genetics, aging, tobacco use, consumption of staining foods and drinks, or poor oral hygiene.
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