Flossing

Brushing is a good start and an inevitable thing, but flossing removes plaque in places a brush can’t reach, like the small gaps between teeth and under the gums. It also polishes tooth surfaces and decreases the risk of gum disease. The American Dental Association recommends flossing your teeth every day to improve oral health and prevent gum disease, tooth decay, and more. 

Benefits of flossing:

  • Helps remove food particles and plaque between teeth and along the gum line where your toothbrush can’t reach.
  • removal of bad breath-causing bacteria than brushing alone
  • Removal of plaque from below the gum line, which can erode tooth enamel and develop into tartar.
  • Reduce the risk of cavities
  • Helps prevent gingivitis, which can progress to periodontitis

When should you floss?

  • At least once per day, preferably before bedtime
  • Floss before brushing in order to ensure the loosened particles are cleaned away from the mouth

What kinds of floss are there?

  • Waxed and un-waxed thread
  • Super floss
  • Air flosses
  • Water flosses

Waxed and un-waxed thread: Waxed floss contains a thin layer of wax on the surface. Because of this coating, it is usually a little bit thicker, but also easier to get between the teeth as the wax acts as a lubricant. Un-waxed floss is thinner and can be easier to get between your teeth. 

Super floss: Super floss is a special kind of dental floss that comes in pre-cut segments. The ends are still and thin, which helps you to thread it through tight areas. It also has a segment that removes plaque as you floss.

Air floss: Air Floss removes more plaque between teeth than manual brushing alone, and helps improve gum health. It also helps prevent cavities between teeth. This device is safe and gentle for implants and veneers.

Water floss: A water flosser is a device that aims a stream of water at the teeth. It’s also called an oral irrigator or a dental water jet. A water flosser can help remove food particles between teeth.

Benefits of Water Flosser:

  • Water flossers remove more plaque than traditional floss.
  • Are gentle on gum tissue.
  • Water flossers are easy to use.
  • Water flossers are ideal for patients undergoing orthodontic treatment, such as braces.

At Teeth Care Centre,  have the best team of doctors and periodontist in Ahmedabad, who performs the cleaning of the teeth by ultrasonic units and also educate the importance of flossing in daily basis for utmost health of gums.

Why are your gums bleeding ?

Your gums are tissues that surround the base of your teeth and help them to keep in place. It is very important to protect your gums from periodontal diseases that can damage your gums which can lead to bone loss.

Causes of bleeding gums:

There are several reasons why gums may bleed,

  • Gingivitis
  • Medications
  • Flossing incorrectly
  • Brushing too hard
  • Poor oral health
  • Misaligned bite
  • Smoking
  • Deficiency of vitamin C

The main cause of bleeding gums is the build-up of plaque at the gum line. This will lead to condition called gingivitis, or inflamed gums.

Plaque that is not removed will harden into tarter. This will lead to more bleeding and gum and jaw disease known as periodontitis.

Symptoms of gingivitis:

  • Swollen gums
  • Redness in gums
  • Bad breath
  • Sensitivity
  • Receding gums
  • Bleeding during brushing, eating and flossing.

How to prevent bleeding gums?

  • Brushing twice daily
  • Flossing regularly
  • Use soft bristled brush
  • Avoid smoking
  • Maintain vitamin C balance
  • Visit dentist ebery six months for check up and prophylaxis.

Treatment for bleeding gums:

You should see a professional right away if your gums are bleeding for a long time or if they are very sore. If you see plaque deposited or a yellow film, it is important to clean it up very soon.

Teeth Care Centre is known for best gum treatments in Ahmedabad. We have a team of finest periodontist in Ahmedabad. We also provide laser treatment for gum disease. So, next time you notice any of the signs of bleeding gums, do not hesitate to visit the best dental hospital in Ahmedabad.