Advices

Keep your smile with a good oral health

Your teeth health is important ! The first advice can seem simplistic, but it’s the start of your oral health consciousness !

Did you know ?

Poor oral health doesn’t just affect your mouth. It can also affect other parts of your body and your general health.

Cleaning your teeth with the correct toothbrush, eating a healthy diet, and seeing your dentist regularly are ongoing oral health care that you should take to have healthy teeth and gums.

The information in this section is intended to inform you and does not replace the professional care administered by Doctor Benguigui.

Only your dentist has the skills, training and expertise to determine all of your oral health needs. If you have any questions or concerns about your oral health, please speak with Doctor Benguigui when making an appointment.

The 10 rules to preserve your oral hygiene

Ideally two brushings per day morning and evening.

Thorough daily brushing helps achieve satisfactory hygiene. In case of gum disease, the three daily brushings may be advised. Do not eat or drink anything (except water) after evening brushing.

The choice of brush used should be soft bristles, with a small head to access all corners of the dentition. Too hard bristles can wear down your enamel significantly in the long run and cannot properly remove plaque. Better to brush gently than to brush aggressively which could damage your enamel and gums.

The electric toothbrush is an effective solution!

Many brushes are available on the market, ask Doctor Benguigui for advice to find out which brush is best suited to your teeth!

At the start of the movement, the bristles of the brush should be placed on the gum tissue. Be careful to brush all sides of the teeth.

The toothbrush does not clean between the teeth.

A large part of dental problems (cavities, loosening …) starts between the teeth since bacteria stagnate there. If the gum is in good health, the passage of the brushes should be done once a day, ideally in the evening. In case of gum disease, it may be necessary to do this 2 to 3 times a day. If the interdental spaces are too narrow, the brushes should be replaced with dental floss.

There are special instruments called tongue brushes that look like scrapers. Indeed the outer face of the tongue is covered with bacteria which can contribute, in particular, to bad breath.

Fluoride protects against cavities. Each age corresponds to a fluoride dosage. In some cases, a specific toothpaste may be recommended. Ask doctor Benguigui for advice.

Antiseptic mouthwashes should not be used daily apart from the cures prescribed by your dentist. Ask doctor Benguigui for advice.

Certain sugary and acidic foods (such as sodas or lemon) severely damage the teeth. We recommend that you consume them in moderation!

Tobacco and alcohol use damage your teeth. Avoid consuming it as much as possible for the well-being of your teeth and your health.

Advices

Keep your smile with a good oral health

Did you know ?

The 10 rules to preserve your oral hygiene

Practice of doctor Francis BENGUIGUI 19 Avenue Victor HUGO 75116 Paris 01 45 00 89 33

Practice of doctor
Francis BENGUIGUI
19 Avenue Victor HUGO
75116 Paris
01 45 00 89 33