Prophylaxis
Among the many different causes that require extraction, there are some on which one has little or no influence. For example, it is not at our discretion how and when teeth break through and whether or not wisdom teeth should be removed. However, some causes can be counteracted with good oral hygiene and regular visits to the dentist.
Good oral hygiene is very important to fight caries. Teeth should be cleaned thoroughly at least twice a day. It is best to brush with a medium-hard toothbrush and little pressure from red (gums) to white (teeth).In addition, tongue scrapers, mouthwashes and dental floss can be used.
These complete a thorough tooth cleaning and reduce the risk of caries. Furthermore it is recommended to pay attention to your diet. This not only has a positive effect on the teeth, but also on the whole organism.
As little sugar and acid as possible should be present in the food. It is also important to pay attention to balance and variety in order to supply the body and also the immune system with all important nutrients. This strengthens the body in the fight against pathogens. Regular check-ups at the dentist give you the certainty that the current state of health of the oral cavity is professionally checked and possible diseases are detected early so that pulling a tooth is not necessary.
