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Is certain food more conducive to a build-up of dental plaque?
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Sticky foods stay on and between the teeth for longer and so are more likely to invite dental plaque, particularly when they ar
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What brushing technique should be used to fight plaque?
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To be effective, without damaging the enamel or injuring the gums, brush in a circular motion, going over all of the sides of t
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Does effective brushing make your gums bleed?
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Contrary to popular thinking, overly energetic brushing to remove dental plaque is not a good habit for healthy teeth and gums.
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How should you brush your teeth if you have sensitive gums?
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To avoid hurting sensitive gums when brushing, it is better to use a toothbrush that has soft bristles with rounded tips.
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Does vitamin C protect the gums?
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It is true that a vitamin C deficiency causes bleeding disorders which cause gums to bleed, but this is rare in developed count
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When should you consult a doctor while your child is teething?
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Teething does not generally require an appointment to see the doctor.
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What about home remedies?
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Above all, do not follow advice from an era when there were no products specially designed to relieve the pain of teething, suc
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Do the first milk teeth need to be cleaned?
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The enamel on milk teeth is more fragile than on permanent teeth, so milk teeth are particularly sensitive to the effects of th
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When should you consult your dentist for mouth irritation or minor wounds?
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When the irritation or oral injuries are due to braces, removable prosthetics (dentures) or the sharp edge of a tooth, it is es
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Should fluoride supplements be taken in addition to the fluoride in toothpaste?
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Special cases aside, the fluoride in cooking salt and fluoride toothpastes is usually sufficient for adults.
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Do sweets really promote tooth decay?
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When the bacteria in dental plaque digest sugars, they produce acids which then attack the enamel and dentine, causing tooth de
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Are older people safe from tooth decay?
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Absolutely not! Older people are at significant risk of tooth decay, for a number of reasons:
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Can children's teeth be protected with a varnish?
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To prevent tooth decay, children and teenagers can have their teeth ‘varnished’: the dentist fills the natural grooves on the s
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Do sweets promote tooth decay?
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When the bacteria in dental plaque digest sugars, they produce substances which then attack the enamel and dentine, causing too
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How can you help children to overcome their fear of the dentist?
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Regular visits to the dentist are recommended (twice a year), at least from the age of three, when all of the milk teeth have c
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What to do if you breathe through your mouth?
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If dry mouth is due to mouth breathing, particularly at night, it is necessary to address the causes of the habit (by treating per
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How do saliva substitutes work?
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Saliva substitutes are products designed to keep the mouth well lubricated for longer.
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How is xerostomia diagnosed?
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When dry mouth is suspected in an individual who cannot describe how they are feeling (sufferers of Alzheimer's disease or stroke
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Can you remove tartar by yourself?
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No! Only the dentist can remove tartar, which is a build-up of solidified and mineralised dental plaque.
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Food rich in histamine can cause oral irritation in some people: walnuts, hazelnuts, gruyère, blue cheese, pineapple, citrus fruit, strawberries, shellfish, for example.
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Why do teeth lose their whiteness?
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Fading whiteness or staining on teeth is often caused by the habits of our everyday lifestyle.
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How does a dentist whiten teeth?
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There are three whitening techniques that can be performed at the dentist's.
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Does whitening damage the tooth enamel?
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Although the whitening procedure only temporarily increases the porosity of the enamel, dental whitening products must not be used
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If you have sensitive teeth, can you brush your teeth less often?
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Absolutely not, quite the opposite! Flawless oral hygiene will reduce dentine hypersensitivity and protect the gums and enamel.
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What to do if you grind your teeth at night?
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Bruxism (grinding your teeth while you sleep) can damage the enamel and make teeth hypersensitive.
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Is there a way of remedying tooth sensitivity?
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Some of the substances in gels for sensitive teeth can reduce the transmission of painful stimuli, without being actual anaestheti
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What can be done to beat bad breath during the day?
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If you are worried about how your breath smells and you cannot brush your teeth:
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How can you tell if you have bad breath?
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Some of us have an obsessive fear that we have bad breath, which may or may not be the case.
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What is halitophobia?
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Many people are convinced, mistakenly, that they have bad breath.
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Relieving injuries due to removable dentures
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Relieving injuries caused by braces
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To keep your teeth white, limit tobacco use and the consumption of coffee, tea, balsamic vinegar, curry, etc. and use a whitening toothpaste and whitening treatment
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It is estimated that 20% of the population suffers from bad breath. In 90% of cases, this is due to gum or tooth problems.
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Most adults will suffer from at least one decayed tooth during their lifetime, despite progress made with fluoride toothpastes. Poor dental hygiene is to blame.
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At six years of age, two out of three children have at least one decayed tooth! There are ways to prevent this potentially serious infection.
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From the age of 50, the salivary glands produce less saliva and a dry mouth is more common. Luckily, there are solutions.
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It only takes 48 hours without brushing your teeth for dental plaque to solidify and become more difficult to remove! So grab your toothbrush!
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80% of adults will experience a gum problem during their lifetime, with potentially serious consequences for the health of their teeth.
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In the past, parents often gave babies marsh mallow roots to chew on when teething. Camomile is also known for its soothing properties.
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How can children be taught to brush their teeth?
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Should your child be given fluoride?
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Taking care of your teeth with xerostomia
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Adapting your diet in the case of dry mouth
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Eliminating hidden dental plaque
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How can you tell if you have dental plaque?
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How can you monitor the health of your gums?
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How should you react to slight bleeding of the gums?
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How can you relieve an infant's teething pains?
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When do a baby's milk teeth appear?
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Brushing and sensitive teeth
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How should dentures be cleaned?
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How should you brush your tongue?
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How should you brush your teeth?
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Why use fluoride, and how?
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Relieving the discomfort of sensitive teeth
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Tooth decay: the importance of prevention
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Why resign yourself to bad breath?
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Fighting dental plaque
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Sensitive gums: a warning sign
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What is the solution to dry mouth?
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Teething: helping baby get through it
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Minor mouth injuries
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Choosing a toothpaste for white teeth
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Good habits for white teeth
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Whiter teeth for longer
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My programJunior (7 to 12 years) tooth decay prevention
Protecting children’s first permanent teeth from decay is essential for life-long healthy teeth. Healthy habits encouraged during early childhood must be maintained.
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My programAnti-plaque
Dental plaque is oral health’s enemy number one. Arm yourself against the bacteria that cause it by choosing the right weapons!
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My programFresh breath
Tackle the sources of bad breath, such as tartar, neglected interdental spaces and coated tongue: find a solution to every cause.
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My programDry mouth
Seniors often suffer from dryness in the mouth. There are products available for relieving dryness that are beneficial to oral hygiene and kind to the mucous membrane.
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My programIrritated gums
Gum irritation is a very common problem and causes discomfort that can sometimes complicate brushing. There are specially designed solutions for soothing this discomfort and fighting the bacteria behind gum problems.
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My programTeeth whitening
With the right tools, it is easy to keep teeth white: a toothbrush and toothpaste designed to remove surface discoloration, a whitening agent and the help of your dentist.
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My programSensitive teeth
When you have sensitive teeth, it is essential to adopt a gentle oral hygiene routine that protects the enamel from mechanical wear, as well as from the acids produced by dental plaque.
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My programAdult tooth decay prevention
In adults, tooth decay can be prevented by strengthening the enamel with fluoride and through good oral hygiene to inhibit the build-up of plaque on and between the teeth.
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My programSensitive gums
Sensitive gums require gentle care and flawless oral hygiene in order to avoid the onset of tooth decay. Find out how to care for your gums while fighting the bacteria that cause dental plaque.
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My programKids’ (2 to 6 years) tooth decay prevention
Protecting children’s first permanent teeth from decay is essential for life-long healthy teeth. It is easier to develop the best habits for good oral hygiene with the right tools.