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| Dental fluorosisCondition resulting from prolonged overdosage with fluoride. The mildest form produces white flecks on the enamel. Fluorosis occurs if excessive quantities of fluoride are regularly absorbed between the ages of 6 and 8 years. Since small children regularly swallow part of the toothpaste, elmex children's toothpaste, with its reduced fluoride content, should be used up to this age. | |
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| Dental hygienistSpecially trained individual concerned primarily with the treatment and management of periodontitis patients. Another of their key tasks is to advise patients on correct oral hygiene, with the aim of improving oral health. | |
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| Dental rinseProprietary active solution used as an effective supplement to daily oral hygiene. Dental rinses should be chosen according to the desired effect. elmex dental rinse with amine fluoride also provides added protection against caries, while elmex SENSITIVE PLUS dental rinse is particularly suitable for those suffering with exposed dental necks. Use once or twice daily. | |
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| Dental sticksSticks made from soft wood with a triangular cross-section used to clean the interdental spaces. These are particularly suitable for use while away from home and in situations where toothbrushing is not possible. Dental sticks are always inserted in the interdental spaces with the flat side against the gums to avoid damaging the gingival tissue. elmex dental sticks are impregnated with amine fluoride for anticariogenic protection. | |
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| Dental water jetWater jet used for removing food residues, etc. However, the dental water jet does not remove layers of adherent, bacterial plaque. Incorrect use with an excessively high water pressure can loosen the teeth in their sockets. | |
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| Dentinal cariesAs soon as any carious destruction of the enamel penetrates to the dentine, it can then progress much more rapidly: the tube structure of the dentine paves the way for the destructive process to attack the pulp directly. Since dentine has no protective enamel coating around exposed dental necks/roots it is very susceptible to caries at these points. The regular use of elmex SENSITIVE plus toothpaste and dental rinse, together with weekly brushing with elmex gel provides effective protection against this "root caries". | |
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| Dentinal tubulesDentine contains very fine tubules that can convey stimuli to the dental nerve. Around exposed dental necks the dentine is not covered by enamel or gum tissue. At these points, the inlets to the dentinal tubules are open and convey pain sensations in response to stimuli (hot, cold, sweet, sour). Rapid relief for these very painful sites can be provided by local application with the finger of elmex gel. The regular use of elmex SENSITIVE plus toothpaste and dental rinse prevents these unpleasant, painful stimuli thanks to its triple action. | |
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| DentineThe tissue forming the body of the tooth and surrounding the pulp. In the crown area, the dentine is covered by enamel and, in the root area, by cementum. Dentine is softer than enamel. | |
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| DesensitizationAlleviation of the pain experienced at exposed dental necks by various means, e.g. the formation of a layer through the regular use of elmex SENSITIVE plus toothpaste. Another simple and effective measure is regular rinsing, once or twice a day, with a SENSITIVE dental rinse (e.g. elmex SENSITIVE plus with no alcohol or colourings). Rapid relief for very painful sites can be provided by local application with the finger of elmex gel. | |
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| DietCaries is caused by bacteria, with sugar playing an important role. It doesn't matter whether the sugar is consumed in the form of refined sugar, cane sugar or honey. Rather than the quantity of sugar, it is the frequency of consumption that is crucial. The more often sugar is eaten, the more harmful it becomes. Omitting sugar from the diet altogether is pointless and unnecessary. Much more useful is to learn how to consciously deal with sweet foods:
– Sweet drinks contain up to 10 g of sugar per 100 ml. The risk is particularly high when consumed in small sips. Water or unsweetened tea are ideal thirst-quenchers.
– Sugar-free snacks between meals (vegetables, fruit, cheese, bread) instead of cakes, pastries, chocolate, dried fruit.
– After eating a banana, rinse your mouth with water or a fluoride-containing rinse.
– Take sweet foods with main meals in the form of desserts.
– Tooth-conserving sweets between meals. These carry the "tooth-man" logo.
– The prefix "light" (or "lite") does not necessarily mean sugar-free or tooth-conserving. Light/lite products are calorie-reduced.
– Increase sugar awareness. Many of our foods and drinks contain concealed sugar. Read the listed product ingredients.
– Cariogenic sugars can also be present in various guises, e.g. sucrose, glucose, glucose syrup, fructose, maltose, malt extract. | |
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