Introduction The main cause of gingivitis is a lack of oral hygiene or dental care. The duration of such an inflammation increases as soon as the body is systemically, i.e. in its entirety, disturbed and cannot fight the bacteria. The severity of gingivitis also plays an important role in the duration of healing. Mild gingivitis … Duration of gingivitis
Duration of the healing process Also during the healing process, a distinction must be made between simple gingivitis and periodontal inflammation (periodontitis). If the inflammation is only acute and has not yet established itself, it heals within 1-2 weeks. This is the ideal case. It is of course necessary to go to the dentist immediately … Duration of the healing process | Duration of gingivitis
Pain duration The sensation of pain varies from person to person. Sensitive patients feel every small change in the gums, others can block out the pain and do not notice that the condition of the gums is worsening. In principle, the pain lasts until the healing process is complete. Of course, the pain level is … Pain duration | Duration of gingivitis
Gums are the part of the oral mucosa that covers the teeth from the jawbone to the crowns. The gums ensure that the teeth are firmly anchored in the mouth, and they protect the jaw and the roots of the teeth from bacterial infections and the penetration of foreign bodies. The gums are an important … Gums: Structure, Function & Diseases
The use of an ultrasonic toothbrush for dental care at home is becoming increasingly popular. This is because ultrasound is considered a gentle yet effective cleaning method and has long been used in dental offices. What exactly is an ultrasonic toothbrush? How does it work? And what are the health and medical benefits of an … Ultrasonic Toothbrush: Applications & Health Benefits
Chlorhexidine toothpaste is a combination of the active ingredient chlorhexidine digluconate, which is present in many mouth rinses, and various toothpastes, with the aim of combining the positive effects of both in one product. Before discussing special combination preparations and their specific areas of application, it should be made clear once again what exactly “chlorhexidine” … Toothpaste with chlorhexidine
Introduction About one in two Germans has already had at least once gingivitis or bleeding after brushing their teeth. But this does not have to be the case. Chlorhexamed® forte with the active ingredient chlorhexidine digluconate is not only used in the dental practice in over 50% of treatments, it is also frequently found in … Chlorhexamed® forte
Side effects of Chlorhexamed® forte Most side effects of Chlorhexamed® are reversible, i.e. reversible. Patients who use the drug over a longer period of time often complain about taste disorders that are almost metallic. The general sense of taste is impaired. In addition, the tongue, teeth and gums can become greyish to brownish and deposits … Side effects of Chlorhexamed® forte | Chlorhexamed® forte
Chlorhexamed® forte after tooth extraction Due to the versatile positive effect of Chlorhexamed®, patients try to achieve faster wound closure after tooth removal by rinsing with the solution. However, any rinsing after extractions is contraindicated. A blood clot forms in the empty tooth socket, the alveolus, after the tooth has been removed. These blood cells … Chlorhexamed® forte after tooth extraction | Chlorhexamed® forte
Alternatives to Chlorhexamed® forte If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Chlorhexamed®, we strongly advise against its use. Are there alternatives with the same effect? There are mouth rinses available from pharmacies and drugstores, many of which are purely plant-based. However, no mouth rinse solution achieves similarly good bactericidal effects within the … Alternatives to Chlorhexamed® forte | Chlorhexamed® forte
Durability of Chlorhexamed® forte after opening Like many medical devices, Chlorhexamed® can be used as a rinse, provided that there is no separate expiry date on the packaging. There are also gels containing the active ingredient that should only be used 3 months after opening. During this time the manufacturer guarantees the full effectiveness of … Durability of Chlorhexamed® forte after opening | Chlorhexamed® forte
Introduction “After dinner: Do not forget to brush your teeth” – this is the motto. Often, however, you don’t have the time or opportunity to clean your teeth with a toothbrush after every main meal or even after a snack. Therefore a sugar-free dental chewing gum is recommended. This does not clean the teeth sufficiently, … Chewing gum for dental care
