- 21. All About Brushing--How to Brush and What to Use
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... medicine, and the construction of the American Dental Association, brushing has seen much advancement including the addition of fluoride to toothpaste, silk thread floss, intricately designed toothbrushes ...
- 22. Why You Should Visit Your Dentist Every Six Months
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... day and night and flossing twice a day, but even that might not be enough. For proper oral hygiene, you must do it in the right way. Your dentist can show you the right way to brush to ensure a more effective ...
- 23. What is the Proper Way to Floss?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- Most people in Shanghai consider flossing as an alternative to using a toothpick. The misconception is that it is only done to remove large particles of food that get stuck in between our teeth. Although ...
- 24. What are the Bad Oral Habits That Will Cost You?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... It also helps to have good oral hygiene. If you brush your teeth, eat healthy food instead of sweets, and floss regularly, you can combat some of the symptoms. Although your family dentist can help you ...
- 25. What is Gingivitis and How to Prevent It
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... happens, rinse frequently with warm salty water or an anti-septic mouth rinse, and eat soft food only until your gums have healed. Clean your teeth regularly by flossing and brushing properly. Consider ...
- 26. What are the Most Common Causes of a Toothache?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... extracted. That’s why preventative care is so important. You should floss and brush your teeth twice a day, generally in the morning or before bedtime. Regular visits to the dentist will help ensure ...
- 27. What is the Difference between Tooth Erosion and Tooth Decay?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... brushing and flossing twice a day. To make an appointmen with your Dentist in Shanghai, please call Sinoaid Shanghai at +86 (21) 5108 2260 or send your email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ...
- 28. How Does a Cavity Form?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- A hard, outer surface that dentists call enamel protects our teeth. When we eat healthy food, and brush and floss regularly, this enamel should theoretically last us for our lifetimes. Unfortunately, unwise ...
- 29. What are the Causes of Bleeding Gums?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... problem. Other, non-biological causes may include: Jabbing at our gums with a toothbrush, cutting ourselves when flossing or inserting dentures, biting down on hard objects, or using aggressive chemicals ...
- 30. What is Periodontitis?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... they build up. Over time the accumulation of plaque and tartar can cause infection to develop. This causes red gums, or bleeding when you brush or floss. Healthy gums are pink and firm. If your gums are ...
- 31. Dental Emergency in Shanghai
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... thing to do it wash your mouth with warm water and maybe a add a little table salt. Clean in between your teeth with a floss and if your mouth is swelling, use a cold compress or swish some cold water ...
- 32. Canker sores
- (Canker sores)
- ... flossing once a day can keep your mouth clean and free of foods that might trigger a sore. Use a soft brush to help prevent irritation to delicate mouth tissues, and avoid toothpastes and mouth rinses ...
- 33. Impacted wisdom teeth
- (Impacted wisdom teeth)
- ... did your symptoms begin? Does anything worsen symptoms, such as chewing toward the back of your mouth? Have you noticed any bleeding while brushing or flossing your teeth? What are your typical teeth-cleaning ...
- 34. Heart Disease
- (Heart Disease)
- ... can not only prevent heart infections, but also can help prevent viral or bacterial infections that can put stress on your heart if you already have heart disease. Also, brushing and flossing your teeth ...
- 35. Diabetes
- (Diabetes)
- ... needed, too. Take care of your teeth. Diabetes may leave you prone to gum infections. Brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day. And if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, schedule dental exams ...
- 36. Oral lichen planus
- (Oral lichen planus)
- ... clean to reduce your symptoms and help prevent infection. Gently brush and floss your teeth daily. See your dentist twice a year for checkups and cleanings. Adjust your diet. Cut out spicy or acidic ...
- 37. Oral thrush
- (Oral thrush)
- ... oral hygiene. Brush at least twice a day and floss at least once daily. Replace your toothbrush frequently until your infection clears up. If you have problems with strength or dexterity in your hands, ...
- 38. Controlled Substances: Not Just Street Drugs
- (Substance Abuse)
- ... be a vial of the powerful narcotic painkiller Demerol, a schedule II medication, sitting next to the dental floss. Methylphenidate, which goes under the brand name Ritalin, is commonly prescribed to treat ...
- 39. Establishing Good Toothbrushing Habits
- (Teething & Tooth Care)
- Toothbrushing time can be a challenge for parents, but a child that ignores proper dental hygiene may face future dental complications. Children should brush their teeth at least twice a day and flossing ...
- 40. A Guide To Children's Dental Health
- (Teething & Tooth Care)
- ... child doesn’t like the taste of the toothpaste, try another flavor or use plain water. Floss. You can begin flossing your child’s teeth as soon as 2 teeth touch each other. But not all children need ...