Regular dental checkups are essential for good یونیت دندانپزشکی health. If you visit your Warwick, RI dentist regularly, he can catch cavities or other problems like gum disease in the early stages and take the necessary measure to prevent tooth loss. If you do have cavities, do not be concerned about the pain involved with dental fillings or other procedures if necessary. With the proper anesthesia, you will be comfortable during the procedure and feel very little discomfort.
You should schedule a dental cleaning appointment at least once every six months with your dentist. Regular dental cleanings are a part of overall good dental hygiene and prevention of tooth decay and other dental problems. During a dental cleaning, the dentist will use special dental tools to remove plaque above the gum line and on the surface of all teeth. The dentist also removes tartar build-up beneath the gums. He will check for the presence of cavities or other dental problems, give you a fluoride treatment, and polish your teeth.
One of the most important things you can do yourself to prevent cavities and tooth decay is to regularly brush your teeth at home. You should brush your teeth at least twice daily, preferably after meals or eating any sugary foods. Use a fluoride toothpaste and brush for a minimum of two minutes. Brushing regularly will help keep breath fresh, remove plaque and tartar from teeth, and prevent tooth decay.
Flossing is also an important part of good oral hygiene. Flossing reaches food that becomes stuck in-between the teeth that your toothbrush cannot reach. If you do not floss your teeth regularly, plaque build-up can harm the enamel on your teeth. Floss at least once per day to remove food debris and plaque build-up between the teeth.