Tuesday 26 July 2011

Self-care in patients with periodontal disease

We know that plaque, calculus is a major factor in causing periodontal disease, plaque control and prevention of periodontal disease is the basic treatment methods. Because the formation of plaque in the tooth surface constantly, so treatment of periodontal disease requires not only sophisticated medical technology, but also require the patient to actively cooperate with, adhere to the self-control plaque, regular review, re-treatment.

Brushing plaque is the primary means of self-clearing. Patients should have the correct method of brushing, choose the right toothbrush, adhere to morning and evening brushing, mouthwash after meals. Tooth gap is not easy to clean, you can choose to use dental floss, toothpicks and other tools to ensure complete removal of plaque.

Periodontal disease through self-maintenance, disease control available clear, however, should maintain regular follow, in order to ask the doctor to remove the plaque is not removed and the necessary guidance. In the active treatment after 6 months, always in periodontal Dental Reviews tissue repair and reconstruction phase. At this time of oral hygiene is important for tissue healing. Therefore, should frequently review these, especially for less emphasis on self-care, preferably 1 to 2 months to the hospital again, with a stable condition, the interval extended to every six months review time.

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