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Fight back against TARTAR and PLAQUE
Do you know the difference between tartar and plaque? Dental plaque is a film contai- ning bacteria, salivary protein and food de- bris that adheres to a tooth’s enamel. If it isn’t fully eliminated by regular brushing, plaque thickens and hardens, eventually turning into tartar. When tartar builds up, the risk of deve- loping gingivitis, periodontitis and cavities ri- ses considerably. Fighting tartar is critical when it comes to maintaining a healthy mouth. So how do you do it? First off, brushing your teeth twice a day will allow you to get rid of most dental plaque. Certain toothpastes are specially de- signed to make plaque easier to dislodge du- ring brushing by reducing its adherence. This is a great way to reduce the amount of tartar that builds up on the teeth.
With time, if left unchecked, dental plaque can accumulate in hard-to-reach areas and turn into tartar. Since tartar can’t be dislodged by tooth brushing alone, regularly visiting your dentist is vital to preserving your oral health. A professional cleaning, which includes des- caling, is usually enough to remove all traces of plaque and tartar from the teeth. Descaling is painless. It’s usually accomplished with ul- trasound technology: a metallic tip that vibra- tes at a high frequency is used to clean the surface of the teeth and remove tartar. All in all, one of the best ways to maintain good oral health is to visit your dentist at least once a year, even if everything seems fine.
What happens during a ROOT CANAL?
Tartar can’t be dislodged by tooth brushing alone: a professional cleaning is necessary to eliminate it.
You’ve heard the words “root canal” before, but do you really know what they mean? THE ROOT CANAL The root canal is the space inside the hard outer layers of a tooth. It contains soft tissue called dental pulp, which comprises nerves and blood vessels. If one of your teeth has a deep cavity, is crac- ked, or has a damaged filling, bacteria will be able to penetrate inside and infect the pulp, resulting in an abscess. Treating the abscess will require the removal of the infected (or dead) dental pulp. This procedure is what’s commonly referred to as a “root canal.” THE PROCEDURE Root canal treatments are usually done by an endodontist. The goal of the procedure is to avoid having to pull the infected tooth, as this can have undesirable consequences, for example on the alignment of the remaining
teeth. The procedure takes place under local anesthetic and follows these steps: • A dam is placed around the affected tooth to avoid all contact between it and salivary bacteria • A small incision is made in the tooth in or- der to access thae pulp After the procedure, the affected tooth must be treated (with a crown, for example) in or- der to preserve its original appearance and function. Finally, it’s important to note that the tooth may remain sensitive for one or two weeks following the procedure. If you experience severe pain or swelling, see your dentist or endodontist without delay. • The damaged pulp is removed • The canal is filled and sealed • The tooth is sealed
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