oral hygiene care
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Dr RAMESH BHARTI
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Dental Caries-
Tooth Decay
Peridontal (gum)
Disease
Causes of Dental Caries:
1. Poor oral hygiene
2. Sweet and sticky foods,
drinks
3. Bad or worn out fillings
4. Dry mouth
5. Crowding of teeth
Smooth surface caries Dental Caries
Tooth
BacteriaCarbohydrates
Decay
Food getting stuck
in between teeth
Bad Breath
Tooth ache
Tooth Sensitivity
Good oral hygiene habits
Fluoride application:
home care
professional application
Scaling
Pits and Fissures Sealants
Fluoride Tray Application Fluoride- Home care
Removal of infected deposits- plaques
& calculus, and stains from surfaces of
teeth.
Simple procedure by a dentist to keep your
gums healthy and firm.
How often should it be done???
Any problems with scaling??
Can it damage my teeth??
Before After
Fillings- Silver Amalgam &
Composite
Root Canal Treatment
Extraction
Gingivitis Periodontitis
Symptoms:
•Bleeding gums
•Swollen red gums
•Receding gums
•Gums pulling away from
teeth
•Black/yellow deposits on
teeth
•Loose or sensitive teeth
•Bad breath (pus)
Causes:
•Poor Oral Hygiene
•Hormonal Changes
•Certain Medications
•Poor Nutrition
•Ill fitting dentures,
braces.
•Smoking
•Diabetes
•HIV infection
Good oral hygiene practices
Scaling & Root Planning
Periodontal Surgery
Causes:
Accumulation of plaque, calculus
Gum disease
Dental Caries
Dry mouth
Bacteria on tongue
Abscess teeth
Oral cancer
Smoking
Other causes- digestion problems, sinusitis,
cough cold etc
Prevention Treatment
Proper oral hygiene
maintenanceTreatment of underlying
problem
Dental treatment
Smoking cessation
Avoid certain foods
Keep the mouth hydrated
Causes:
•Tooth attrition
•Tooth erosion
•Tooth abrasion
•Cracked tooth
•Indentation of tooth
•Gum recession
Correct brushing technique
Consumption of water after acidic foods
Do not brush immediately after eating (1/2 hr gap)
Reduce/stop carbonated drinks
Use of straw for minimal contact with teeth.
Use of sugar free chewing gums.
Scaling
Restorations- Composites/GIC
Crowns (caps)
Fluoride application
Periodontal Surgery
Malignment of teeth•Crooked teeth
•Spacing between teeth
•Crowded teeth
Fluorosis teeth stains Tobacco stains
Tetracyclines Tooth Trauma
Gummy smile Fractured / missing teeth
PREVENTION
Interceptive/preventive orthodontics
Habit breaking devices- digit sucking, lip biting,
mouth breathing, tongue thrusting
Avoid certain medications in childhood &
pregnancy- tetracyclines
Avoid smoking
Orthodontics
Tooth colored braces
Lingual orthodontics
Invisalign
Bleaching Veneers
Also :
Composites, Periodontal surgery, lasers,
teeth replacements (bridges, dental
implants, zirconia- CAD/CAM
Zirconia crowns Implants
Cause: Unknown
Palliative treatment
Vitamin supplements, zinc, folic acid
Anesthetic , antiseptic Mouthwashes, ointments,
gels
Antacids, antihistaminics
“Oral Canceraccounts for one-third of the
total cancer cases and 90% of
the patients are tobacco
users”.
Tobacco use in any form
Heavy consumption of alcohol
Prolonged exposure to radiation
Prolonged irritation to cheek/tongue with sharp
object
White/red patch of skin of mouth or under the
tongue that does not go away
Lump in the mouth or throat
Sore/ulcer that bleeds & does not heal for more
than 2 weeks
Difficulty in swallowing for a prolonged period of
time.
Get a check up done every 6 months
Report to the doctor/dentist if any of the
symptoms show up
Biopsy for diagnosis
Surgical treatment
Twice daily
Correct brushing method
Choose the right brush
Soft/ultra soft
Small kids tooth brush
Electric/battery operated
When to change??
Every 3 months or when the bristles flare
Removes plaque & bacteria from areas where
the brush cannot reach
Best done before brushing.
Best done 1 hour after brushing
Consult your dentist to help you choose the
right mouth wash for you
Chlorhexidine/fluoride/anti sensitivity
Use 15 minutes after meals
Stimulates salivary secretion
Removes food & debris & plaque from mouth
Reduces & resists the urge of smoking
Fluoridated tooth paste
Non Fluoridated tooth paste (kids <3 yrs)
Anti sensitivity tooth pastes
Avoid eating sweets & sticky foods, aerated drinks
Eats foods rich in fibre
Fruits & vegetables (natural cleansers)
Drinking plenty of water
Sip some water after eating that will help dilute the
acids
Rinse your mouth after meals