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Dentists Teeth DENTISTS Also see: TEETH, TOOTHPASTE EXAMS: If expensive work is recommended: ____ Consider getting a second opinion FILLINGS: If fillings are recommended: ____ Ask about fusible ceramic or other bio-compatible material - mercury or silver fillings might cause multiple sclerosis , Alzheimer's disease or other neurological problems - don't have mercury or silver fillings removed without precautions against inhaling dust, e.g., dam, vacuum exhaust FINDING A DENTIST: ____ Ask prospective dentists: ____ If they use dams ____ Types of anesthesia they use ____ Types of fillings available, e.g., fusible ceramic or other bio-compatible material - mercury or silver fillings might cause multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease or other neurological problems VISITING A DENTIST: Before dentist starts working on your teeth: ____ Ask for a bite block (jaw relaxer) ____ Ask for cream on lips ____ Ask for throat pack to keep from swallowing small pieces ____ Offer to hold suction, tongue depressor, ____ Ask lots of questions (e.g., about treatment options) ____ Don't have mercury or silver fillings removed without precautions against inhaling dust, e.g., dam, vacuum exhaust During: ____ As dentist starts to enter your mouth, keep your lips away from your teeth - to avoid getting your lips pinched by dentist's fingers, etc. ____ Breathe through nose After dentist works on your teeth: ____ Ask if there are any foods you should avoid and for how long Back to Top TEETH Also see: DENTIST, TOOTHPASTE - Gum disease may lead to premature birth, heart disease and/or diabetes To help prevent tooth disease: ____ Floss at least once a day ____ Brush at least twice a day ____ Limit between-meal snacks, especially snacks high in sugar ____ Brush and floss as soon as possible after eating (don't wait until bedtime) ____ Avoid using bleaching or whitening kits At least every 3-4 months: ____ Start using a new toothbrush At least twice a year: ____ Get regular check-ups from a dentist BRUSHING: Before: ____ Use a toothbrush which has dried out since last being used or was soaked in hydrogen peroxide - to reduce risk of bacteria ____ Use a toothpaste for sensitive teeth - avoid abrasive toothpastes claiming to whiten teeth, which could wear down linings of teeth and gums ____ Avoid sticking bristles into tube of toothpaste - to minimize spread of bacteria ____ Use just a pea-size amount of toothpaste for each brushing - the brushing action is more important than the toothpaste ____ Wipe off opening of toothpaste tube after dispensing - to minimize spread of bacteria During: ____ Turn off the water as much as possible ____ Keep your back straight ____ Place the toothbrush at your gumline ____ Brush in small gentle circles ____ Brush one or two teeth at a time ____ Brush the outside of your teeth ____ Brush the inside of your teeth ____ Brush your chewing surfaces with a firm back-and-forth motion ____ Brush for at least 2-3 minutes ____ Rinse your mouth with water (don't drink the water) After: ____ Place bristle end of toothbrush into hydrogen peroxide - to minimize spread of bacteria ____ Spray bristle end of toothbrush with an antiseptic spray - to minimize spread of bacteria ____ Rinse with mouthwash Flossing: - It's more important to floss than to brush ____ After flossing between two teeth: ____ Get floss out by pulling one end out to the side, vice pulling both ends straight up or down, especially next to crowns/caps STAINS: To minimize staining: ____ Avoid: - Red wine - Grape juice - Cranberry juice - Coffee - Tea - White wine BLEACHING: ____ Don't do it if you're pregnant or nursing IF YOU KNOCK OUT A TOOTH: Either: ____ Wash it off and put it back in its place until you can get to a dentist, or, ____ Place it in a cup of water or milk Then: ____ Rush to a dentist IF YOU LOSE A FILLING: ____ Chew up some sugarless gum and place it where the filling was - will reduce discomfort until the filling is replaced IF BRACES ARE RECOMMENDED: ____ Ask your dentist/orthodontist about Viazis braces (triangular and smaller than traditional braces) which appear to move the teeth faster IF IN A FOREIGN COUNTRY: To help prevent traveler's diarrhea: ____ Use only bottled water for brushing your teeth Back to Top
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