How To Prevent Tooth Decay?

In order not to experience any problems in the mouth and tooth structure, regular check-ups should be continued without interruption with the eruption of milk teeth. The habits gained especially during the milk teeth period have a serious impact on preventing the emergence of both caries and problems.

To prevent tooth decay;

• It is necessary to brush the teeth and clean the food at least 2 times a day.
• In cases where the crooked, problematic tooth structure is not cleaned with a toothbrush, it should be applied in applications such as dental floss.
• It is necessary to stay away from foods such as cigarettes and acidic beverages that damage tooth enamel.
• Foods containing sugar and starch should be avoided.
• Even if you do not have a complaint in routine periods, you should be examined by the dentist.
• If the dentist deems it necessary, tartar cleaning is effective in preventing caries.
• Fluoride application, which is known to strengthen tooth enamel, can also be preferred with the advice of the dentist. Fluoride application can be carried out both at home with different methods and it is carried out professionally by the dentist.
• If there is a situation that prevents you from brushing your teeth, hygiene of the teeth should be ensured with mouthwashes containing fluoride.
• Covering treatment can be preferred, especially in the upper part of the molars, both when the milk teeth erupt and when the permanent teeth first erupt.

Although you show the necessary sensitivity in dental care, if you experience pain or sensitivity in your teeth, it is important to apply to the dentist without delay for early diagnosis of the problem. Taking precautions before the tooth begins to decay is much more vital for the recovery of the tooth. In the following periods, even if procedures such as root canal treatment and filling are performed, if the decay progresses, the tooth is removed. Therefore, the problem of tooth loss arises.