Preventive Medicine

Preventive Medicine

In addition to treating teeth that have lost their health, it is also to prevent possible problems that may occur in teeth. It is possible to say that preventive medicine is the basis of dentistry.

The doctor and parents must cooperate from the day the teeth first appear in the child's mouth.

• The growth and development of the mouth and teeth should be evaluated with 6-month periodic dentist check-ups. Early detection of developmental and skeletal anomalies, habits such as thumb sucking, mouth breathing, nail biting, and incorrect swallowing, and their treatment will help prevent larger problems in the future.
• It is important to gain proper nutrition and dietary habits. For strong and caries-resistant teeth, a balanced diet containing calcium, phosphorus and the right levels of fluoride is necessary. It is known that carbohydrate-rich foods increase the risk of caries, but the negative effects can be avoided by consuming these foods at the right time and in the right amount. For example, it would be more appropriate to prefer these foods in main meals and foods that keep the mouth pH high, such as cheese, nuts and almonds, in snacks. Effective oral care becomes even more important, especially after consuming foods that stick to the teeth.
• Getting children to acquire regular brushing and flossing habits at an early age ensures that they acquire good oral care discipline throughout their lives. Brushing should be done with family help at an early age. Motivation and follow-up are necessary afterwards. Good oral care is essential in preventing cavities and gum problems.

Fluoride Preparation Application

The other two preventive treatment methods are topical fluoride applications applied to increase the resistance of primary teeth to decay. A protective effect of 40-60% is achieved with various superficial fluoride applications. This application has become very important especially in patients with cancer, diabetes and dry mouth, individuals with inadequate hygiene and children.

Fissure Sealant Applications

Research shows that 90% of tooth decay starts in small, deep and narrow indentations (fissures) on the chewing surfaces of molars. Sealants applied to the first permanent teeth that appear around the age of 6 are an extremely easy and painless application that is applied to the indented and protruding areas of the tooth by the dentist and prevents decay by creating a barrier.

Night plates prepared in cases of bruxism are of great importance in preserving the health of existing teeth.

Thanks to the protective plates prepared for athletes, the damage that teeth may suffer in case of trauma is largely prevented.

When planning personalized preventive practices, the level of caries risk, the tendency for familial gum problems, systemic diseases, the person's parafunctional habits, diet, and even lifestyle are of great importance. All of these should be taken into consideration. Routine dental check-ups every 6 months or as determined by the physician should not be skipped.

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