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Why Scraping is Better for Flossing Than Sawing Motions |
Posted on 9/21/2021 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| One of the dirtiest places in your mouth is in between your teeth. Bacteria gather here easily as your toothbrush cannot reach these spaces. It is important to floss every day. However, there are several methods used to floss. Improper flossing could make matters worse. What is the proper way to remove food debris and plaque from in between your teeth? How to Floss Your Teeth It is important to remember the function of flossing. You are flossing your teeth to remove plaque from the surface of your tooth. In order to do so, the floss must scape the surface of your tooth. If you place the dental floss in between your teeth and gently glide the floss up and down against your tooth, you will remove the food debris and bacteria between your teeth. Make sure to rub the floss against both sides of each tooth. Be gentle with your gums, and do not glide the floss into your gums. By scraping the floss against your teeth, you are maximizing the surface area to floss ratio. If you use a... Read more... |
Abscess Symptoms to Keep in Mind |
Posted on 9/6/2021 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| An abscessed tooth is often the result of a bacterial infection on the interior of your tooth. Specifically, the abscess is a pocket of pus that forms inside your tooth. It is important to treat a dental abscess as soon as possible as this condition can become life-threatening. Watch for These Symptoms in Your Mouth The most common symptom of a dental abscess is severe pain in your tooth. The pain can be so strong that it radiates to other parts of your face as well. Throbbing pain which does not go away could be a sign of a dental abscess. If you have any pain in your mouth, it would be best to call our office right away to make an appointment so we can help you feel better and treat the dental issue. If you have a dental abscess, you may have a high fever, swelling in your face, or a rapid heart rate. Patients also report difficulty swallowing or breathing in the presence of a dental abscess. Another sign may be confusion. If you have these symptoms, you will need to go to the... Read more... |
The Roof of Your Mouth Needs to Be Brushed Too |
Posted on 8/23/2021 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim |
| Brushing your teeth is one of the most important things you could do for your oral health. It is also important to floss daily, eat a healthy diet of fruits and vegetables, and get your teeth professionally cleaned twice a year. Most people have a good idea of how to brush their teeth, and we want to expand upon that knowledge. Brushing Your Teeth the Right Way We suggest patients brush their teeth for at least two minutes per session. That can seem like a long time for young children, so we recommend using a timer to help them understand the importance of brushing their teeth for two minutes. During that brushing session, it is important to establish a routine. Do you start brushing on top or the bottom teeth? It really does not matter, as long as you are consistent and give each tooth surface some attention. Did you know that it is also important to brush the roof of your mouth? It is important to brush all the surfaces in your mouth. Your brushing routine should include... Read more... |
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