Teeth Cleaning

    /24-7PressRelease/ - CHICAGO, IL, March 01, 2008 - Have you heard the saying, "ignore your teeth and they'll go away"? It's not a pretty thought, but it is a very true one. Our teeth and gums require daily attention, and letting your home care or dental visit routines slip can have a dramatic effect on the longevity of your teeth and the overall health of your mouth. Here, we take a look at the reasons people end up with major dental work and/or missing teeth, and help you prevent tooth decay, damage and loss through effective cleaning.

The RIGHT Way to Clean Teeth

How often do you brush? The old school of thought helps establish that 3-times-a-day frequency that is desirable. But the problem is that too many people get so used to brushing before they go to bed and right when they wake up and that's it. While this is a good idea for morning breath, it ignores that fact that you have no food particles to brush away right when you get up (unless you sleep walk to the fridge every night!)

The point is that brushing should be a personalized activity, not just a robotic process you perform at the same time every day. If you've been snacking in late afternoon, brush right after to clear out those food particles. If someone brings donuts to the office in the morning, get out your toothbrush after breakfast. You should continue your routine brushing, but just make sure that you also have a toothbrush with you at work or on the go to brush when it makes sense. Visit the American Dental Association for more information on cleaning your teeth and gums.

The All-Important Dental Visit

Why do you have to go to see the dentist twice a year if you are doing such a great job at home? Bacteria can hide in those hard-to-reach areas that your toothbrush and floss may miss. And because X-rays give your dentist the ability to see what the human eye can't. Spotting and treating small cavities is much more advantageous than treating rather large ones.

When the dentist professionally cleans your teeth, he removes soft plaque and hard tartar or calculus, substances that you can't necessarily move with your toothbrush. The dental visit is also the only way periodontal disease, or gum disease, can be diagnosed and addressed. If caught early, gum disease can be very manageable, and your dentist can suggest gum treatments designed to delay the progression of the disease to protect your smile.

To learn more about why a routine teeth cleaning is vital to the health of your mouth and teeth, please contact Colonial Dental Group in Chicago, Illinois today to schedule your first appointment.

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