Brushing your teeth – seven mistakes that make you a frequent visitor to the dentist

The condition of the dentition is influenced by many factors. Improper diet, poor care habits (or the lack of them) and infrequent check-up visits to the dentist may cause caries and enamel demineralisation. The poor condition of the teeth and gums has a direct impact on the entire body, including the circulatory and digestive systems. Frequent visits to the dentist and painful and, above all, costly root canal treatment can be avoided by proper prophylaxis.

Caries and demineralization – basic dental defects

White and healthy teeth are an attribute of the well-being of the whole organism. A beautiful smile is one of the best showpieces of a human being, therefore it is worth taking special care of him. Unfortunately, due to a number of factors, plaque can build up on the surface of the enamel, which is an ideal habitat for bacteria that cause caries, visible in the form of black spots. Another, equally common problem is demineralization, during which there is a significant loss of mineral compounds and elements, which has a negative impact on the preservation of the natural protective barrier of the enamel.

Both caries and demineralization lead to weakening and bleeding of the gums, the teeth become discolored and inflammation begins to form around them. Eventually, a pain signal appears, which should be consulted with a dentist as soon as possible. Unfortunately, dental treatment is extremely expensive, not very comfortable and may take a long time.

In order to avoid frequent visits to the dentist’s chair, it is crucial to ensure proper prophylaxis. Oral hygiene, however, can raise many doubts, and mistakes in care, nutrition, stimulants, and even stressful situations can cause the development of dental diseases, gums and bad breath.

7 mistakes that result in frequent visits to the dentist

Everyday habits have a direct impact on the condition of the dentition. Here are 7 of them.

1. Wrong selection of the toothbrush – using a toothbrush that is too soft is good for people with sensitive gums, but it does not remove tartar effectively, and too hard toothbrush can cause bleeding gums. 
2. Poor brushing method – pressing too hard on the toothbrush head, briefly washing at the wrong angle, and skipping tongue cleaning have a negative effect on the health of the oral cavity.
3. Not using floss – even a very thorough brushing of teeth does not guarantee getting rid of food residues in the periodontal spaces. Dental floss not only removes this problem, but also systematically used, will help get rid of the hypersensitivity of the gums.
4. Biting nails, pens, etc. – in stressful situations, we often tend to discharge our emotions by lightly nibbling on objects that are within our reach. This is a disastrous habit that damages the enamel.
5. Smoking – the addiction mainly destroys the oral mucosa, which makes the smoker prone to periodontitis, which may lead to early loss of teeth. Nicotine also causes plaque to build up more quickly and bad breath from the mouth.
6. No brushing of teeth after coffee and tea – after drinking these drinks, a film forms on the surface of the teeth, which flushes out minerals, which increases the risk of discoloration.
7. Excessive consumption of sweets – too much carbohydrate (mainly sucrose, glucose, maltose and starch) is an ideal breeding ground for bacteria that cause caries. This condition lowers the oral pH and the production of acids destroys hard tooth tissues.

The Oclean Xpro sonic toothbrush – effective and gentle tooth cleaning

The World Health Organization (WHO) argues that brushing your teeth daily reduces the risk of common oral diseases. This is true, but it is worth remembering about choosing a brush that effectively and gently removes plaque from both the tooth surface and interdental spaces. The Oclean Xpro sonic toothbrush was developed on the basis of modern algorithms that precisely adjust the program to the individual user.

A special application contains over 20 programs, thanks to which each user will find the one that will be the most convenient for him, and above all, it will allow to remove all food residues in the tooth gaps and plaque. For a heavy smoker, Xpro recommends the program Medium Strenght Brighteningwhere one minute is dedicated to whitening the teeth, another minute is dedicated to cleaning them, and for the last 30 seconds, there is a deep cleaning of non-standard areas at several levels of intensity.

The innovative technology in the Oclean Xpro sonic toothbrush collects and processes washing data, including head tilt and movement, pressure, and even time. All this is displayed on a dedicated application. The analysis of these parameters facilitates the introduction of specific changes and optimization of brushing. In this way, you can take care of the oral cavity even more effectively and efficiently. This type of product helps to develop good habits and protects the teeth against diseases such as caries, periodontitis, demineralisation, and also ensures fresh breath.