TREAT TOOTH DECAY AT HOME
A new dental program
called cavity control program aims at teaching patients how to start self
treatment programs to stop and prevent dental decay.
Earlier a study was done among patients who had undergone tooth fillings,their
studies shown that filling cavities lead to more decay and cavities and needed
more fillings and the cycle goes on. This is because the area around a resently
filled area is good breeding ground for
cavity causing bacteria mainly streptococcus,so people with fillings
have a higher chance of developing additional tooth decay
Cavity control program
This is an extreme hygiene program. Its based on treating
tooth decay progression as a bacterial disease. Analyzing the saliva can show
the amount of bacteria in their mouth ,and can show if they are susceptible for
bacterial decay. The patients are involved in counseling, bacteria monitoring
,nutritional counseling and remineralization of teeth
Step by step methods how to prevent dental decay at home
The basis is to remineralize the affected areas
- Rinse mouth with an antimicrobialmouth wash twice a day
- Use a custom made tray to apply fluoride daily
- Chew a xylitol gum
- Use herbal toothpaste
- Visit the dentist more often
Tooth decay facts
Tooth decay-it results from a bacterial infection on the
tooth surface
Tooth decay occurs when it is frequently exposed to
carbohydrate food
Fluride is a mineral which can remineralize teeth structure
and make it stronger
Who is at risk of cavities
Some are at more because of the high bacteria content in
their mouth
Other risks include
- People having a high carbohydrate diet
- Absence of fluorinated water
- People with fillings
- People having dry mouth
- Children and old people are more at risk
Ways to prevent cavities
- Avoid sweets and inbetween snacks
- Clean the mouth atleast twice aday, if possible after and before meals
- Visit the dentist once every 6 months
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