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Gel/gelThe terms "gel" and "gel" are used for viscous, gelatinous dental care products. There are important differences between a gel and a gel. Toothpaste gels possess a fluoride content of between 1000 and 1500 ppm and also contain abrasive substances. Because of their higher fluoride content, gels (e.g. elmex gel 12,500 ppm fluoride) are intended for intensive caries prophylaxis and are not abrasive (enamel-wearing). | |
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Gingival recessionShrinking back of the gums after inflammatory processes (gingivitis, periodontitis) or injury to the gums on individual teeth, e.g. as the result of incorrect brushing techniques (usually with horizontal scrubbing and/or excessive pressure). Gingival shrinkage cannot be reversed. | |
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GingivitisInflammation of the gums. Triggered by the metabolic products of bacteria (plaque) that colonize the gum margins. The principal signs of gingivitis are swelling and bleeding of the gums. To allow the inflammation to heal, as much of the bacterial plaque as possible must be removed. meridol toothpaste and meridol mouthrinse inactivate existing bacterial plaque and inhibit the formation of new layers. The meridol toothbrush supplements this oral care system in an ideal way, as it removes plaque particularly thorough, especially at the gum margins, whilst at the same time having an extremely low potential for causing gingival harm. | |
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Gingivitis prophylaxisPreventive measures against gingivitis. The most important aspect is regular removal of bacterial plaque (see Gingivitis). | |
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GlucoseLike household sugar (sucrose), glucose is also broken down by plaque bacteria into lactic acid which, in the long term, will trigger caries. | |
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GlycolysisMetabolic pathway for the breakdown of glucose. The end product, lactic acid, attacks dental enamel and, in the long term, promotes the development of caries. | |
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Group prophylaxisHealth prevention for children and teenagers in schools and kindergartens. Measures in dental group prophylaxis include the motivation and instruction of children in oral hygiene at home, provision of nutritional advice, fluoridation and supervised toothbrushing. | |
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Gum bleedingThe most important sign of gingivitis: the gums bleed, but do not hurt. To allow the inflammation to heal and the bleeding to subside, as much of the bacterial plaque as possible must be removed. meridol toothpaste and meridol mouthrinse regenerate irritated gums by inactivating existing bacterial plaque and inhibiting the formation of new layers. The meridol toothbrush supplements this oral care system in an ideal way, as it removes plaque particularly thorough, especially at the gum margins, whilst at the same time having an extremely low potential for causing gingival harm. | |
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