The diversity of advise across the countries was thought to be because of lack of good evidence, but regarding the frequency of brushing there seems to be consensus with majority of sources recommending brushing TWICE a day.
More brushing makes teeth healthier ???
Excessive brushing causes tooth wear due to the abrasive action of toothpaste, there by inviting dental issues. Between twice a day brushing rinse is the safe alternative, adding sugar free chewing gum also enhances the saliva secretion after meals thus helps in attaining the pH of oral cavity towards neutrality in less span of time.
In bleeding gums brushing and flossing should be avoided??
Simple answer to that is OPPOSITE is true. Rather bleeding is an indicative and protective sign thus appraising that disease has moved to advanced stage where professional help is required. Professional treatment rendered is Scaling (deep cleaning in gums), followed by Polishing (makes tooth surface smooth shiny, by removing stains and scratch line, thus reduces the area for bacterial attachment) and fluoride treatment (makes tooth more resistant to decay and kills the remaining microbes) as and where required.
Care for sensitive teeth
Sensitive teeth are usually the result of worn out enamel or exposed tooth roots, although tooth decay may also be the reason for the same. Depending on the circumstances your dentist might recommend- Desensitizing toothpaste, fluoride application or fluoridated toothpaste or if there is any other underlying cause, timely diagnosis will help in preventing worsening of the condition.
Care for sensitive teeth
Sensitive teeth are usually the result of worn out enamel or exposed tooth roots, although tooth decay may also be the reason for the same. Depending on the circumstances your dentist might recommend- Desensitizing toothpaste, fluoride application or fluoridated toothpaste or if there is any other underlying cause, timely diagnosis will help in preventing worsening of the condition.
