Its not just about keeping your teeth strong. Recent survey has made clear that nearly one in ten people have deal with poor dental health. The most common oral diseases are:
Dental Decay (caries)
Plaque is a soft, sticky film that builds
up on your teeth and contains millions of bacteria. If bacteria are not removed regularly through
brushing and flossing, the bacteria in plaque causes tooth decay and gum
disease. Since plaque is a sticky substance, you must brush and floss to help
remove it. Mouth rinses alone will not provide enough plaque removal to keep
your teeth and gums healthy.
Dental plaque + sugar =ACID. Acid weakens teeth and causes cavities
Easiest way to avoid bacteria in Plaque is
to avoid snacking on foods high in sugar and starch. Further, dry mouth
increases your risk of cavities. Dr Harmanpreet Kaur at Dental Designer, North
Plainfield NJ suggests water or sugarless gum can help cleanse your mouth after
a sugary snack.
Gingivitis
and Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease!)
Gum disease is major cause of tooth loss. Gum disease begins
with bacterial growth in your mouth and, if not properly treated, may end with
tooth loss. Symptoms of disease are gums
that bleed easily when brushing or flossing, swollen, red or tender gums and gums
that recede or move away from the tooth. Gum disease can lead to persistent bad
breath or bad taste in mouth. Gum disease should not be ignored as it can affect
general health and lead to Cardiac health, diabetes and increase risk of
pneumonia. Dr Harmanpreet Kaur, General
Dentist recommends every adult to visit his/her dentist to diagnose gum
disease. Only a Dentist is capable of checking gum disease by using proper
instruments. A Dentist typically check for Gum bleeding, swelling, firmness,
and pocket depth.