Oral Care
Miracles of Fluoride based Toothpaste:
The role of fluoride is well established in preventing tooth decay, which has been practically observed and the toothpaste marketing companies have spear headed the campaign to the public through various advertising and information media.
The question is regarding Fluoride Benefit in Adults can be viewed in light of the known facts through scientific studies revealing that there is reduction in solubility of enamel in acidic medium which exists in the oral cavity under the influence of bacteria present. With the action of fluoride on bacterial plaque there is considerable reduction in acid formation. Presence of fluoride in enhances re-mineralization of teeth.
By regular ingestion of fluoride by the adults it makes up the loss of fluoride in the dentin and it becomes strong and sturdy withstanding the action of acids in the oral cavity. After the age of 10 years intake of fluoride intake is absent. The roots of the teeth do not receive fluoride and demineralization of fluoride takes place fast, where as the re-mineralization is absent. This factor is greatly responsible for decay of teeth due to cavities.
Mouthwash is a flavoured liquid having antibacterial properties and it’s use both morning and evening keeps the oral cavity activity of bacteria under check, which are responsible for the presence of bad breath, which is socially disliked and can even affect the relations also.
Electric Toothbrush is an electromechanical device which is now economically priced and is within the reach of masses to use it for cleaning the teeth. The advantages are that it has two attachment of superior brushes, which ensures it’s continuous operation for two minutes, which are necessary for cleaning the teeth effectively as compared to manual brushing of teeth, which one finishes with few strokes not able to know the time spent in the brushing activity.