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Dental plaque is the primary reason for both tooth decay and gum disease. Our best dentist in North Haven would like to help you to know the causes so that you can work with us to prevent it from having a negative impact on the well-being of your teeth and gums.
The formation of dental plaque, a filmy substance occurs due to the bacteria in your mouth, which produce acids, which we know as dental plaque. There is not much that can be done to keep it away entirely, but there is a lot that can be done to prevent it from eroding your tooth enamel and irritating your gums. The first line of defense is nutrition. Limiting your sugar intake is key, because dental plaque uses sugar as fuel, making it all the more hazardous. No matter what, you should also brush your teeth after meals and snacks, and floss thoroughly once per day. It may be a good idea to use a high quality dental rinse, also. Taking these measures will remove most of the plaque you have. But some of it can hide in gum pockets, or otherwise out of reach of your at-home oral hygiene. It then hardens into tartar, which cannot be eliminated with simple brushing and flossing. That is why our best dentist in North Haven recommends that you come in for a complete exam and teeth cleaning two times per year. Your examination will allow the detection of any cavities that have formed so that they can be filled promptly, before they have the chance to grow larger and put you at greater risk for a tooth infection. And a teeth cleaning not only eradicates all the plaque and tartar in your mouth, but also will halt and reverse the effects of early stage gum disease.
Without a doubt, a good strategy at home combined with regular visits to see our best dentist in North Haven is the best plan for preventing the worst consequences of dental plaque. Call us and schedule your appointment.
By Dr. Azra Saleem
December 23, 2016
