Oral Hygiene:
Oral health is directly linked to general health. The oral cavity is connected to the rest of the human body. Meticulous Oral Hygiene may prevent Heart Disease and Periodontal Disease.
At the Cosmetic and Dental Emporium, Carlene Vorster is working as full-time oral hygienist, helping patients enjoy a healthy smile. She also offers professional Teeth Whitening.
Teeth cleaning is the removal of dental plaque and tartar from teeth to prevent cavities, gingivitis, and gum disease. Severe gum disease causes at least one-third of adult tooth loss.
Generally, dentists recommend that teeth be cleaned professionally at least twice per year. Professional cleaning includes tooth scaling, tooth polishing, and, if too much tartar has built up, debridement. This is usually followed by a fluoride treatment for children and adults.
Between cleanings by a dental hygienist, good oral hygiene is essential for preventing tartar build-up which causes the problems mentioned above. This is done by carefully and frequently brushing with a toothbrush and the use of dental floss to prevent accumulation of plaque on the teeth.