In the UK a lot of people suffer from tooth decay and this is mainly due to poor oral hygiene. However having said that, oral health has greatly improved over the years and is currently at its best. In the last decade a lot of progress has been made to reduce dental problems. Dental hygiene in Wimbledon refers to ensuring and maintaining oral health to avoid dental issues. It is therefore imperative to teach children from a young age how to care for their teeth and maintain healthy gums.
What issues are caused by poor dental hygiene?
One of the most common consequences of poor dental hygiene in Wimbledon is tooth loss or tooth decay. If you feel that you are suffering with poor dental hygiene in Wimbledon, then ensure that you contact our practice where we have a team of professionals who will be able to provide you with the treatment and level of care that you require.
Other issues that people tend to suffer from as a result of poor dental hygiene in Wimbledon is gingivitis or gum disease. Gum disease is very common and affects approximately 50% of the UK population. However it can be easily treated if caught early. Gum disease is the buildup of bacteria in the mouth which then becomes plaque and causes the gums to get infected. Plaque is formed from bacteria from food that remains in the mouth if you do not brush your teeth and rinse properly after a meal. It can lead to bad breath, bleeding gums and in more serious cases if it is not treated it can lead to tooth loss. There are two types of gum disease that people suffer from.
If plaque is not dealt with and removed daily by brushing and flossing it can continue to harden into tartar which is a yellow substance that collects around the gums and attaches to the teeth. This then becomes harder to remove.
Ways to prevent the build up of gum disease
In order to avoid the build up of gum disease it is important to attend regular check ups with your dentist at least every 3-6 months. Your dentist will be able to check the buildup of plaque in your mouth and treat any problems before they get worse. If you start experiencing bleeding then make an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible as the sooner it gets treated the better.
There are simple steps that you can take in order to avoid gum disease. Ensure that you brush your teeth twice daily and also use floss to be able to reach those pockets of plaque that cannot be reached by your toothbrush. Dentists will also recommend that you switch from using a manual toothbrush to an electric toothbrush as it is more effective and will be able to clean teeth much better than a manual toothbrush. In addition, dentists will recommend that you brush your teeth after you eat sugary foods and drink fizzy and high sugar drinks to ensure the bacteria doesn’t build up on the teeth.