ORAL HYGIENEby Brett Cotham

PERIODONTITIS

Recent research shows periodontitis to be the sixth most common health condition

Inflammation of the periodontium

Characterized by presence of blood and pus

Bone structure and tissue around the teeth are degraded

Hopefully this research gives the disease more attention

Although we can work to treat it, there are steps you can take to prevent it!

STEPS? WHAT STEPS?

Here we will cover…

hygiene tips

gear

habits

Improve your brushing by…

tilting the head at an angle

make sure it hits where the tooth and gum make contact

brush in a circular motion

no need for a large glob of toothpaste– a dollop will do!

To improve flossing…

Be gentle

Guide it between your teeth

Don’t saw at the gums

Make sure you…

have a soft bristled tooth brush

Replace that brush every 3-4 months

Even if it’s electric, you can still replace the head

After meals, chew gum!

It aids in production of saliva

Saliva naturally washes away some bacteria

It also neutralizes acids

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