It is advisable to have a routine visit every six months, so that the dentist can assess the patient’s oral health status and perform a scaling of all teeth.

Should I use whitening pastes?

No. As a rule, whitening pastes are abrasive. Their abrasive components cause exfoliation of the tooth enamel, and their continued use ends up causing damage to it.

The best option for those seeking a whiter smile is a whitening, which should be done with a dental doctor.

What are the steps to good oral hygiene?

To ensure good oral hygiene, you need to floss between all teeth and brush with a soft-bristled brush and fluoride paste. A biannual visit to the dentist is essential to complement daily oral hygiene and to screen for any kind of problem.

What are the best techniques for brushing teeth?

1 – Place the fluoride toothpaste on the brush that can be manual or electric

2 – With the brush inclined towards the gums make small circular or horizontal movements, but with little pressure.

3 – Brush 2 teeth at a time, with about 10 movements (or 5 in the case of children up to 6 years old).

4 – Start brushing by the external surface (cheek side) of the last tooth of one of the jaws and continue brushing until you reach the last tooth of the opposite side.

5 – Brush the tongue making back and forth movements.

6 – Spit out the excess toothpaste.

Why do I have bad breath?

Halitosis affects many people, regardless of gender, age and social class.

There are several factors that cause bad breath, from poor hygiene and/or presence of tooth decay and oral infections, but it can also be caused by respiratory problems, digestive problems, metabolic or systemic origin, ingestion of some medications or genetic cause.

Tobacco also tends to generate bad breath, directly and by promoting gum disease.

What are sealants?

Sealants are a resin-like material that is applied to the roughest surfaces of the tooth (grooves and fissures). These surfaces are difficult to sanitize, and placing a material that decreases the depth of the grooves will also decrease plaque buildup and, consequently, tooth decay. Placing a sealant helps prevent tooth decay, but does not dispense with ordinary oral hygiene of the tooth where it is placed.