teeth brushing techniques

oral hygiene club

We wish all kids could have healthy teeth and gums all life long but in order to achieve that there is no secret recipe hiding anywhere. It is called brushing teeth, and flossing, healthy diet and regular prophylaxis at the dental practice. One of the most effective way of improving children's brushing techniques is to improve the ability of the mother to SEE THE PLAQUE. We offer the children an individual preventative programme.

Our preventative care programme is divided into two major sections - the preventative care programme for children with low to moderate risk for tooth or gum disease and the preventative care for high risk patients, be it because of high levels of bacteria in the mouth, "soft teeth" or whatever.

Semi annual plaque and gingival inflamation is measured. The proper tooth brushing and flossing techniques are demonstrated for the children to learn, and the causes of caries are also explained. At the end of the session, their clean teeth will be painted with flouride varnish or gel according to the age of the child in order to harden the enamel thus preventing decay.

In the high risk group we offer special counseling and saliva stimulating therapies, special dentifices etc. to cope with the higher risk for cavities.

We offer every child an ongoing professional preventative programme.