"CHG＋CPC" dual-component, more comprehensive protection
In order to prevent the new coronavirus, wearing a mask has become a national movement. They dare not take it off wherever they go. It not only suffocates the skin , and even smell your own bad breath? ! Where does the bad smell come from? You may not know it, but it’s all caused by oral bacteria. During the epidemic prevention period, how to keep your mouth fresh and prevent germs from taking advantage of it? Let professional dentist Tang Zongfan share tips on taking care of oral hygiene!
Which part of the body has the most bacteria? The answer is the mouth!
There are more than 700 species of bacteria in the human oral cavity. Common pathogenic bacteria include Streptococcus, Helicobacter, Lactobacillus, etc. If you don't pay attention to oral hygiene, these pathogenic bacteria will produce bad odor in the mouth. According to a survey by the National Health Service, the prevalence rate of oral diseases in Taiwan is as high as 90%, indicating that Chinese people often neglect oral hygiene. Dr. Tang Zongfan also mentioned that in order to avoid the threat of the new coronavirus, many people often wear masks all day long. Breathing through masks will trap bad breath and bacteria in the mouth, stick to the skin, and even Inhaled through the nose and into the body, it may cause infection in people with poor immune systems.
How to take care of oral hygiene during the epidemic prevention period?
The oral mucosa and saliva are the first line of defense against germs, and the oral mucosa is also the most vulnerable place to infection. Nowadays, "wearing a mask to fight the epidemic" is popular. In addition to preventing the invasion of the new coronavirus, it can also prevent many pathogenic bacteria or dust floating in the air from entering the mouth through the respiratory tract through droplets and adhering to the mucous membranes. On the contrary, if the cleaning work is not done well, bacteria will continue to breed in the mouth, and it is easy for "diseases to enter from the mouth"! Dr. Tang emphasized that during the emergency period of epidemic prevention, you must wash your hands before eating or brushing your teeth to avoid ingesting germs directly.
In addition to developing the habit of frequent hand washing, teeth cleaning is also a direct and effective way to maintain oral hygiene. In this regard, Dr. Tang said that you must brush your teeth every morning and evening. Many people think that brushing is enough, but teeth are three-dimensional structures, and all sides of the mouth must be clean. Brushing your teeth only cleans 70% of your mouth, so brushing alone is not enough! It is recommended that you use dental floss, interdental brushes and other tools to assist in cleaning between teeth and remove plaque; finally, use mouthwash as a reinforcement to reduce the formation of pathogenic bacteria in the oral cavity and make oral diseases less likely to occur.
Feather-grade soft-bristle toothbrush, a good helper for cleaning teeth
Dr. Tang also mentioned that in the clinic, he often found that the toothbrush bristles used by many patients were too hard. In fact, choosing the right toothbrush is more important than the number of times you brush your teeth! Dr. Tang added that hard toothbrush bristles may penetrate deep between teeth, but may also cause damage to gums. If you can choose a toothbrush with fine and soft bristles, it can not only effectively fight bacteria hidden in the dead corners between teeth, but also cause damage to the gums. Reduce gum pressure. However, soft-bristled toothbrushes will harden over time, so it is recommended to replace them with new ones every 2 to 3 months.
There are hundreds of toothbrushes on the market, such as the "ShuLe Ultra Thin Series Toothbrush" with a 0.3cm thin brush head design and ultra-fine soft bristles less than 0.01mm, which can gently penetrate deep into the gaps between teeth and clean them thoroughly. Food residue can effectively reduce the pressure on gums by 50% and prevent gum problems. In addition, there are also wide-width thin head designs and ultra-thin 0.3cm brush head designs that are twice as wide, which can increase the contact area between bristles and teeth and quickly remove plaque, even difficult-to-brush wisdom teeth! Brilliant Thin Gum Protecting Toothbrush (left)/Brilliant Charcoal Deep Cleansing Toothbrush (right)
Use mouthwash for better oral care
As Dr. Tang mentioned , mouthwash can assist oral hygiene, balance oral bacteria, and make your mouth fresher. There are many types of mouthwash available, how to choose? Dr. Tang said that because alcohol has a disinfecting effect, alcohol was added to early mouthwashes. However, alcohol is highly toxic to the oral mucosa. If there is a wound itself, it will cause inflammation of the wound. Therefore, it is best to avoid mouthwash containing alcohol. There are products on the market such as the "Shuile Professional Care Mouthwash" series. The formula is mild and non-toxic, can protect the delicate oral mucosa, and is suitable for use by the whole family. It is worth mentioning that the original "CHG+CPC" dual-protection formula can deeply clean the tartar hidden between teeth. Gargling for 30 seconds every morning and evening can help remove oral bacteria and prevent periodontal disease.
Sura Professional Care Mouthwash - Fresh Taste (left) / Sura Professional Care Mouthwash - Propolis Gum Protection (right)
Office workers don’t have time to brush their teeth after meals. If you take good care of your oral hygiene, you can Reduce the growth of germs, and you won’t be afraid of the stench after taking off the mask. You will feel more confident and less anxious during the epidemic prevention period!
Dr. Tang Zongfan
Dr. Tang Zongfan, who specializes in treating periodontal disease and removing impacted teeth, has seen many patients troubled by oral diseases and pays special attention to oral hygiene and care. As the saying goes, if your mouth is healthy, your body will be healthy too. Therefore, it is very important to pay attention to oral hygiene at ordinary times.