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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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HalitosisBad breath issuing from the mouth, often caused by poor oral hygiene, badly decayed teeth or inflammatory processes in the oral cavity. Halitosis may, however, also be triggered by processes remote from the mouth (gastrointestinal conditions, bronchitis, kidney and bladder disorders, etc.). | |
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HomoeopathyAlternative form of therapy based on the principle of similarity (like cures like) and employing minute doses of active substances in a potentiated form. Strong-tasting and strong-smelling substances have to be avoided during any classical homoeopathic treatment. elmex menthol-free toothpaste fulfils this requirement since it has a bland smell and taste and is free of essential oils. | |
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HydroxyapatiteMost important constituent, also in terms of volume, of the hard substance of bones and teeth. Enamel hardly ever consists of pure hydroxyapatite, but incorporates certain foreign ions. Fluoride incorporation stabilizes the apatite structure. | |
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Hypersensitivity of the dental necksTeeth react painfully when the sensitive, soft dental necks are exposed, for example as a result of an incorrect toothbrushing technique with excessive pressure. In these cases, a toothbrush with particularly soft bristles should be used for cleaning, e.g. the elmex interX Sensitive toothbrush . Also important is gentle toothbrushing with a toothpaste with low abrasivity (RDA). The triple action of the elmex SENSITIVE PLUS protection system protects exposed dental necks and reduces any existing hypersensitivity. | |
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