Dr. Gargi Kandhari - Won’t cleaning loosen my teeth!!!

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Wont cleaning loosen my teeth!!!
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This is something I often hear from my patients,
there is a strong misconception in peoples minds
that professional dental cleaning or scaling will
weaken their teeth. This is the exact opposite
of what actually happens when you get a
regular cleaning and polishing done every six
months.  We at Dr Kandharis Skin and Dental
clinic highly recommend a thorough oral
prophylaxis every six months. What this does is
removes stains, plaque and calculus from the
tooth surfaces.
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Stains
Are discolorations on the teeth which occur over
time due to eating, drinking ect. Various hot and
cold fluids like tea, coffee, aerated drinks and
juices over time can cause yellowish and brown
stains.
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Plaque 
It is the soft white deposit that forms on tooth
surfaces over a few hours after brushing. This is
an accumulation of oral bacteria which secretes
acids that can cause enamel loss thereby causing
cavities and gum diseases. 
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Calculus 
When the above plaque is not removed, it mixes
with the calcium in the saliva and forms a hard
stony coating on the teeth. Over time this can
separate the gums from the teeth surfaces thereby
leading to severe gum disease and loss of natural
teeth.
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Hence a regular cleaning makes sure all these
deposits are removed from all the surfaces on the
teeth and gums. This has several benefits like 
1. It reduces the bacterial load in the mouth,
thereby ensuring the gums are healthy and well
adapted to the teeth surfaces. This maintains the
strength and integrity of the natural teeth.2.
It ensures that oral bacteria does not enter the
blood stream. This is very important for the
cardiac health, especially for patients with
artificial heart valves. 
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3. It prevents calculus deposits or pyorrhoea of
teeth. This can cause severe gum disease and loss
of natural attachment to teeth.  4. It prevents
staining and discoloration of teeth over time.
Thereby maintaining a clean healthy look. 5.
Also a regular cleaning ensures a thorough
checkup and examination of the teeth and soft
tissues. This is a big advantage as it prevents
worsening of dental decay and disease.
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So, to conclude I would strongly advise everyone
to get a regular semiannual oral prophylaxis
done. This ensures the overall heath and well
being of the mouth in the long run.
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Thank You