KEEP YOUR TEETH AND MOUTH HEALTH FROM EARLY

Name : Mufidhatul Maysyaroh

Nim    : 221051054

Prodi  : D-III Kesehatan Gigi (1B)

MAINTAIN HEALTH TEETH AND MOUTH FROMAN EARLY AGE

    Most parents still underestimate dental and oral health and think that children with baby teeth (milk teeth) with problems do not need treatment because they will soon be replaced by permanent teeth (adult teeth). Even though dental and mouth problems in children can affect the growth and development of children. By routinely brushing your teeth can be one way to maintain healthy teeth and mouth. Routinely brushing your teeth may not be enough, especially for children. The routine of brushing your teeth cleaning the oral cavity using mouthwash and using dental floss is still not effective in avoiding disorders that occur in the teeth and mouth.

1.) Major problems with teeth and mouth.

Cavities / Porous / Caries Teeth: a disease characterized by the presence of holes in the teeth
The process of dental caries The oral cavity is full of bacteria, plus food residue -> Bacteria thrives, clusters, firmly attached to the teeth. especially sweet and sticky foods) are converted by bacteria in plaque into ACID. This acid can erode tooth enamel so that it becomes porous and hollow.

2.) Inflammation of the gums or bleeding gums.

The process of inflammation of the gums. Bacteria and plaque that stick to and accumulate on the gums (gum line) will cause inflammation, namely the gums become swollen, redder, and bleed easily.

3.) Abnormalities in the arrangement of teeth (malocclusion)
(crooked teeth)

(Lost teeth)


(Open bite)

(bucktoothed)

4.) Remove plaque by brushing your teeth properly and regularly
Choose a soft-bristled toothbrush, flat surface, small brush head
Each family member must have 1 toothbrush and may not borrow from each other because it can transmit disease. If the toothbrush has damaged bristles, replace it with a new one immediately.