Unfortunately, I am convinced that we have been sold a ‘bill of goods’ in the notion that brushing and flossing are all that you need to maintain your dental health and prevent problems.

My proof that is not true is self-evident. People still get cavities, their teeth still crack or break and they still get gum disease. In relation to the last term, the stats say it all! Most dental professionals agree that up to 75% of people have some form of gum disease right now.

Therefore, you tell me, is it sensible to believe that merely brushing and flossing is enough for the majority of people to maintain their dental health? The reality of today’s state of dental health is very frustrating because the lack of knowledge about what dental disease is and what you can do about it is insidious.

In addition, I challenge you to ponder these simple questions. Dentistry has been with us for a very long time, yet why do so many people still need cavities filled, root canals, crowns, gum grafts, and other ’special treatments’? Do you think that no one has ever come upon good answers to prevent these problems in all the years that ‘modern’ dentistry has been around?

I certainly do not claim to have all of the answers, but I do think that I might have some of them. I was able to avoid one of those popular ‘deep cleaning’ treatments. Even if you have not heard that term from your dentist before or the terms, ‘SRP’ or ‘Scaling and Root Planing’, the chances are pretty good that someone you personally know has!

For an oral irrigator, I  believe that the hydrofloss is the best.

Chew xylitol gum for the healthy dental benefits discovered by Finlanders 6 decades ago.

Try a pH balanced, oxygenated mouthwash! 

I would further challenge anyone reading this article to dig deeper and discover the knowledge, understandings, tools and products that can truly help promote better dental health and save you and your loved ones from unnecessary expense, pain and prevent the need for harsh treatments!

David Snape is the author of the book: What You Should Know about Gum Disease, ISBN: 978-0981485508 available at ToothyGrinsStore.com and other online book retailers.

Disclaimer: This article is for information purposes only and does not intend to suggest diagnosis, treatment or suggest dental health advice. If you have or think you might have a health problem of any sort, including but not limited to dental health, visit your doctor or dentist for advice, diagnosis and treatment. The USFDA has not evaluated statements about any products mentioned in this article.

Periodontal Disease is actually the swelling of various tissues in your mouth. This actually leads to bone loss of your individual teeth and possible loss of the teeth all together. It is important to watch for signs or symptoms of periodontal disease. There are several different ways to go about preventing and treating periodontal disease which we will discuss later. One method might include using a home ozonator to make an oxygenated mouthwash. The body’s immune response to the bacteria on your teeth is what ends up causing and contributing to periodontal disease.

Periodontal disease mainly comes from the lack of proper brushing, flossing, and use of mouthwash. The bacterium sits on the teeth and eventually causes an infection. The body’s immune response then kicks in and tries to destroy the bacterial infection. However this only makes the situation worse and usually causes periodontal disease. One might try oramd .If left untreated this disease can lead to bone loss of the teeth and even completely loosing ones teeth. Which is why this is a serious disease and needs to be taken seriously and treated properly.

The ways in which you can prevent periodontal disease are actually relatively straightforward. They involve proper brushing of the individual’s teeth. A lot of people believe that when brushing you need to use an over adequate amount of force to properly clean teeth. However this is not true and actually using too much force can help to damage your gums.

When brushing you should use a lesser amount of force but make sure to reach and cover more of your teeth and gums then just the front side. Also it is important to properly floss and use mouthwash each and every time you clean your teeth. The last step to proper prevention involves regular visits to the dentist.

Any mouth disease should not be taken lightly including but not limited to periodontal disease. If at any point you think you may have the symptoms of periodontal disease you should contact your dentist and set up an appointment right away.

Disclaimer: This article is for information purposes only. It does not seek to advise about, diagnose or treat any health condition. If you have or think you might have any health condition at all, including but not limited to gum disease, contact your physician for advice, diagnosis and treatment. The USFDA has not evaluated statements about products in this article.

Whether you decide to use dental tape or dental floss, using one or the other is importanl to your oral health. Flossing and using tape will help to keep your teeth and gums healthy. This can work to prevent or help end gum disease such as gingivitis and the more advanced periodontitis. The latter is an especially damaging problem, as it can result in tooth loss if left untreated.

To a large extent, the choice between dental floss or tape is a personal one. It all depends on which you like best. It depends, as well, on which you feel works best for you. The important thing is that you use one or the other each day, in conjunction with regular brushing. An oral irrigator is also a great tool. 

The advantage of dental tape, is that it is thicker and bigger. In my opinion, just the pure physics of it, makes it the clear winner to do a better job.

You are, of course, supposed to brush your teeth at least twice a day. Some dentists will tell you to floss twice a day as well, while others say that once is fine. Typically, if you have sensitive gums, you have a problem. Healthy gums are not sensitive. Another good tool is an ozone generator. With this tool, you can make an oxygenated mouthwash.

Now, what are the differences between these two dental tools? Well, as most of us know, floss is a thin, waxed string substance which fits between the teeth. It is ideal for getting pieces of food and plaque from between them.

Tape tends to be wider and thicker. Floss can be a bit thin. That can be a problem for people whose teeth are closely crowded together. Floss tends to work more easily between crowded teeth. Some people even say that it has the ability to remove stains from the teeth.

Whether you decide to use floss or dental tape, make sure you do it regularly. Further more, if doing this makes you gums bleed, talk to your dentist right away. Bleeding while flossing is often a sign of gum disease.

Author: Scott Wells

Disclaimer: If you have or think you might have gum disease or any other health problem, please visit your doctor or periodontist for advice, diagnosis and treatment. This article is for information purposes only and does not intend to provide advice, diagnosis or treatment for any health condition. The USFDA has not evaluated statements about any products mentioned in this article.