how to keep a healthy smile
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How to Keep a Healthy Smile . GULAFSHAN MUNSHEY DDS. Graduate of University of Michigan Dental School, 1997 . PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY. What do we want to Prevent? Caries Periodontitis Root canals Extractions. CARIES (Tooth Decay). Caused by Bacteria Poor or Inadequate Oral Hygiene - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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How to Keep a Healthy Smile
+GULAFSHAN MUNSHEY DDSGraduate of University of Michigan Dental School, 1997
+PREVENTIVE DENTISTRYWhat do we want to Prevent? CariesPeriodontitisRoot canalsExtractions
+CARIES (Tooth Decay)
Caused by BacteriaPoor or Inadequate Oral HygieneHigh Sugar/Starch dietFrequent SnackingPop drinking
+“SIP ALL DAY GEY DECAY”
+CAVITIES
+CAVITIES
+Periodontitis (Gum Disease) Caused by bacteriaPoor/Inadequate Oral Hygiene
+GUM DISEASE
+Plaque
Bone Loss
+Abscess(tooth infection)Treatment for abscess:
Root canal treatment (adults)
Pulpotomy & SS Crown
Extraction (pulling of the tooth)
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Abscessed Tooth
Pulpotomy & SS Crown
Treatment:
+ How to Prevent Dental Problems from
Occurring?Brushing teeth twice a day, everydayFlossing at least once a day, everydayUse a mouthwash once a day, everydayHealthy diet: Avoid sugary substances, pop, and frequent snacking
Regular 6 month check ups with a dentist/dental hygienist
+TOOTHPASTE SELECTION
+FLUORIDE TOOTHPASTE Most contain Fluoride in varying concentration
The higher the content, the better at preventing plaque accumulation
Dark side of high content is tooth staining
+TARTAR-CONTROLTOOTHPASTE Active Ingr: SodiumPyrophosphate
Successfully reduces tartar buildup between regular 6 month checkups
May give a false sense of security
May mask signs of gum diseaseLongterm use may cause sensitivity
+SENSITIVITY TOOTHPASTE Active Ingr: Potassium Nitrate or Strontium Chloride (ADA accepted)
Improvement noticed after 4-6 wks
Use only for 2-3 months
+WHITENING TOOTHPASTE They DON’T work!Just removes surface stains!All toothpastes contain abrasives that do that!
Absolutely no effect on color of teeth
+PRESCIPTION TOOTHPASTEPrevident 5000 plusFluoridex 5000 ppmRenew (5000ppm + NovaMin for sensitivity) It is very new.
These are for people with highcaries rate.
+OTHER TOOTHPASTES“Triclosan”, for treating and preventing
gingivitis – Colgate Total Natural toothpastes, May contain Vit C, which
increases level of acidity in mouth Most natural toothpastes are missing
Fluoride except tom’s and maines natural toothpaste.
Baking soda toothpaste, has no effect on periodontitis, if you like the taste and that improve compliance then Go ahead and use it!
Look for the ADA seal of acceptance.
+ MOUTHWASHES
Does not replace brushing & flossing
Should be part of the daily regimenKinds of MouthwashesoFluoridated MouthwashesoAntiseptic MouthwashesoAnti-microbial mouthwashes
Chlorhexidine Mouthwash
+FLUORIDATED MOUTHWASHReduce caries/tooth decayADA recommends for kids over 6 yrs
oldSwish a minute and spit, don’t rinse
after.Don’t eat or drink for 30 mins
afterwardsHas the ADA seal of acceptance
+ANTISEPTIC MOUTHWASHMost common OTC mouthwashMay contain high content of Alcohol
Can reduce plaque & gingivitisCan mask bad breath for 15-20 mins
+ANTIMICROBIAL MOUTHWASHMost commonly prescribed is
Chlorhexidine mouthrinseCan reduce the number of bacteria in the
mouthUsually for people diagnosed with
periodontitis.Used for short period of timeHas side effects if used long termRequest an alcohol-free one.
+MOUTHWASH FOR DRY MOUTH Some people might experience xerostomia (dry mouth)
Biotene mouthwash used once a day to keep a good salivary flow
+TOOTHBRUSHESSoft, rounded, nylon bristlesSmall head is generally betterSize and color of handle is personal preference
Power brushes are nice!oHave a timeroAre more thorough
+ FLOSS Floss Daily Start at same spot and move clockwise Used to reduce plaque between teeth C-Shape Kinds of floss
• Waxed• Unwaxed
It doesn’t matter, JUST FLOSS!
+Other “Gadgets”Interdental Brushes
To clean large spaces between teethVery effective
Water pikShoots water with pressure to get food out from teeth
Great for kids with bracesTongue scraper
Excellent for cleaning the tongueToothpick
DO NOT USE
+6 Monthly Dental CheckupVery ImportantIdentifies problem areas before they turn into “problems”
Yearly X-rays Shows early carious areasInfections on teethMissing, impacted teeth
Sealants for kidsIn-office Fluoride treatment
+6 Monthly Dental CheckupIt sends the right message to the kids that “teeth are important”
Keeps them on top of their oral hygiene
And YES, if baby teeth have cavities, they need to be filled
+ SEALANTS
Usually 1st & 2nd molars are sealed
Protects teeth from getting cavities
Usually done on kids between ages 6 & 14.
It seals the pits and fissures on the chewing surface of the molar
+“On the side”Teeth are for chewing, smiling,
NOT for opening bottles, chip bags, cracking nuts OR Chewing on bones
+Thank you for your time and
attention!