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Freshness Matters

Freshness Matters

Team Demas Ortho

Words of Wisdom No. 7: Stay Fresh

The main aim of brushing is to stay fresh and healthy. Staying fresh also eliminates the build up of food particles that give room for the accumulation of bacteria.

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Baking Soda: On the Verge to Replacing Toothpastes

Baking Soda: On the Verge to Replacing Toothpastes

Team Demas ORthodontics

Words of Wisdom No. 6: Brush your teeth with baking soda once a week

Brushing with soda ash helps in removing of stains thus helping in whitening of the teeth, salt can also be used in place of soda ash. Soda ash is a composition of various elements, its chemical name is sodium bicarbonate or sodium hydrogen carbonate, salt is made from this reason hence making it also ideal for this teeth whitening procedure. It is a highly recommended stain remover by various orthodontists, however great precautions should be taken when using it during the cleaning exercise.

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Bacteria Love Moist Spaces

Bacteria Love Moist Spaces

Orthodontist

Tooth brushing Mistake No.9: “Not Letting the Toothbrush Dry” 

It might be a surprise to you but the care of your toothbrush is extremely important. In fact, it is almost as important as the teeth cleaning process itself. Once you have finished your morning brushing and flossing session, you will most likely throw the used floss out with the trash but certainly not the toothbrush. Many people may leave it dripping wet on the side of the hand basin ready for its evening clean. That is what you certainly should not do.

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Role of Dentist During Orthodontic Treatment

Role of Dentist During Orthodontic Treatment

Why should I visit the dentist during my treatment?

If you are undergoing an orthodontic treatment you may seem to think that you aren’t required to continue making appointments with your regular dentist. The truth is orthodontists are generally looking at very different and specialized issues such as correcting and adjusting your teeth into their correct position. The role of cleaning and oral health is something that needs to be taken on regularly by your family dentist or local dental office and this role is not something that should be neglected even if you are undergoing an orthodontic treatment.

If you have braces or wearing an orthodontic appliance you need to continue seeing your dentist at regular intervals as cleaning can become especially more important during the treatment. Because a dentist will have a variety of tools that can help to clean around orthodontic appliances you can actually work at preventing cavities and other damage while you are wearing orthodontic appliances with regular professional cleaning from a dentist. Braces and orthodontic appliances mean extra ducks and crannies which can be really difficult to clean with traditional brushing and flossing. Dentists will be able to get into all of these notes and crannies to prevent plaque and tartar buildup and to ensure that you are not facing any oral health concerns. Taking care of your teeth is very important as you have already invested time to align and straighten your teeth so it would be a shame to have unhealthy teeth for poor overall oral health when your braces or orthodontic appliance has removed.

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