Dental orthodontics is one of the common treatments that is used along with other dental treatments such as laminating, implants, bleaching and…, to correct the design of the smile and the disorder of people’s teeth. This plays an important role in increasing people’s self-confidence and creating a positive mood in them, so achieving the desired result is very important for the patient. Since dental orthodontics is a relatively long process, maintaining good oral hygiene is especially important so that one can finally achieve his long-held dream of having a beautiful smile.

In other words, this cosmetic treatment consists of the participation of two important people: the dentist who performs orthodontics and the patient who is responsible for oral hygiene. Fixed dental orthodontics can be an opportunity to place food particles between the brackets and create and grow a variety of bacteria, and if the principles of hygiene are not observed properly, there will be causes of tooth decay and destruction.

As we know, orthodontics is for arranging irregular and disordered teeth, which creates an ugly and undesirable appearance for a person and has destructive effects on a person’s mood.

Given that orthodontic treatment takes a long time and may take several months or years, this doubles the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene so that the patient can achieve their sweet desire to have a beautiful smile.

In other words, orthodontic treatment by a dentist is cosmetic and prevention and observance of oral health by the patient is, because orthodontic treatment, especially fixed orthodontics, provides a suitable space for food particles to remain and the growth and growth of bacteria. If the hygienic principles are not observed, tooth decay and destruction will occur.

In other words, the accumulation of bacteria in the brackets on the teeth increases the risk of tooth decay. The acid produced by the bacteria gradually dissolves on the surface of the tooth, resulting in staining of the tooth surface, which eventually leads to tooth decay. Although not everyone is equally susceptible to tooth decay and staining, they do have a detrimental effect on the healing process.

The most familiar way to maintain oral hygiene is brushing, which has many effects on achieving this important.

As you know, food easily attaches to orthodontic brackets and gets stuck between these joints. To prevent this problem, different models of toothbrushes have been designed and offered so that dental hygiene can be done well.

Types of orthodontic toothbrushes

1- Special orthodontic toothbrush is suitable because it causes the least damage to the gums.

2- Any soft toothbrush that is small enough is also suitable.

3- Interdental toothbrush (Proxa brush), the bristles all over this toothbrush are very delicate and look like a cleaning tube. An interdental toothbrush can thoroughly clean the back and around the orthodontic cord, braces, braces and brackets.

4- Electric toothbrush, there is no problem in using an electric toothbrush, as long as its bristles are soft and you keep the power of the toothbrush low so as not to damage the brackets.

Proper brushing during orthodontic treatment

Due to the fact that the most accumulation of food particles and microbial plaque is in the areas of the collar of the teeth, the orthodontic patient should pay special attention to these areas. For this purpose and orthodontic toothbrush training, the toothbrush is placed at a 45-degree angle between the gums and the bracket, and the adjacent areas of the gums are easily cleaned by rotating. Here are some other areas of the mouth and teeth that need to be brushed properly.

The chewing surface of the teeth can also be cleaned with reciprocating movements several times.

One of the parts that we neglect when brushing is the back of the teeth, which should be brushed with the same angle of 45 degrees and rotational movements.

Another important point is the tongue, which is a good place for bacteria to grow due to its fine villi, and it can be cleaned well by moving the toothbrush back and forth.

The orthodontic patient can also use an interdental toothbrush to clean around and under the orthodontic bracket and wire. The important point about orthodontic toothbrushes is the need for the patient to be careful not to damage the orthodontic wire.

Important points in oral health in orthodontics

1- You should brush your teeth well after every meal or snack and before going to bed, or if it is not possible to brush, spin enough water in your mouth.

2- To master the correct method of brushing, you should take the time and practice.

3- The proper brushing time is about 5 minutes.

4- You should apply enough pressure when brushing to feel the toothbrush villi on the gum tissue.

Use a small amount of fluoride toothpaste and do not swallow toothpaste.

Brush two or three times a day, after each main meal.

7. Brush all surfaces of teeth and mouth.

Tooth sensitivity, also called severe dentin sensitivity,

Occurs when the sensitive part of the tooth called the dentin is caused by the loss of enamel or gingival resorption.

Tooth sensitivity is usually experienced as pain when eating and drinking hot, cold, sweet foods and even breathing cold air.

In dental allergies or specifically dentin allergies, we have a very clear and sharp pain that the patient can fully identify which tooth this pain is on. But in some other pains, the patient can not accurately identify the point of the toothache.

If your teeth are sensitive, some things like brushing, flossing and eating can cause temporary toothache and gnashing of teeth. Tooth sensitivity is usually the result of wear of the enamel or the identification of tooth roots. Of course, this discomfort sometimes has other causes such as tooth decay, cracking, lip filling or broken teeth, or recently filled teeth.

The reason for dental allergies, Although there are dozens of reasons for tooth sensitivity, the process of tooth sensitivity is essentially the same; “The inside of the tooth is in contact with the rough world outside.” Our teeth are mainly made of dentin, which in turn contains small tubules full of sensitive nerve endings.

Normally, enamel covers dentin tubules, and this layer protects the tooth from external damage. But if the enamel wears or rots or cracks and the protective part of the delicate part inside the tooth is destroyed, the tooth becomes sensitive. If we look more specifically at the issue of tooth sensitivity, We have to explain the accepted theory called hydrodynamic theory.

The theory of hydrodynamics argues that the constant flow of fluid inside the dentinal tubules is the main cause of tooth extraction. This liquid contracts at low temperature and expands at high temperature, Extreme sourness or sweetness drains the liquid and the air dries it.

Changes in fluid flow activate mechanical receptors in the tubular nerves. In other words, the standard amount of fluid changes and as a result pain occurs.

The fact is that our teeth are extremely sensitive to almost anything, Brushing less, brushing heavily, sour or sweet acidic foods, dirty teeth, Recently scaling or whitening of teeth, gnashing of teeth, hard chocolate and…

All and sundry cause tooth sensitivity, which is why it is so important to maintain good oral hygiene.

The simplest, fastest, cheapest and most painless treatment for dental allergies is the same advice that has been passed down for centuries; prevention is better than cure. The most common causes of tooth sensitivity are described below:

Teeth whitening

Sensitization of teeth, especially smaller teeth such as maxillary and mandibular incisors, is not a concern for several hours after teeth whitening.

Dental sensitivity after bleaching is due to the fact that peroxide (whitening agent) reaches the nerves of the brain (pulp) of the tooth. This is a normal complication and will go away after a few days.

Gingival analysis 

Unfortunately, gingival resorption is one of the natural consequences of aging. As the gums age, they decay and the dentin that protected the gums appears.

There are different types of gum disease, but the side effects are the same.

Severe and inappropriate brushing. If you use a hard toothbrush and brush your teeth violently,

You should know that you are doing the worst injustice to your teeth and you should wait for the sensitivity of your teeth by removing the enamel. Brush your teeth properly with a suitable toothbrush. If your teeth still grind after following these tips, See a dentist.

Tooth problems may not seem to be related to anxiety, but toothaches can be caused by anxiety and stress. Nerve pain teeth remain completely unknown until they are seen by a dentist.

While anxiety is known as a mental health disorder, there are many physical symptoms that follow anxiety. In some cases (such as panic and panic) this mental disorder can have physical symptoms and cause people to feel that they have a serious illness.

Relationship between anxiety and toothache

Anxiety does not directly affect the teeth. What anxiety does is create problems that ultimately affect dental health.

There are many potential dental problems associated with anxiety. Some experts are discovering that the link between oral health and mental health may be much stronger than previously thought. Some examples of nerve pain toothache include the following:

Gritted teeth

Bruxism is one of the most common types of nerve pain, especially at night, and a large amount of it occurs after a person falls asleep. Unfortunately, since this happens in sleep, many people with dental problems are unaware that they gnash their teeth and destroy their tooth enamel at night and have headaches after waking up. They hurt. Teeth grinding and clenching can also occur during the day, and a person may not notice it until the areas around his jaw are damaged and sore.

stomach acid

Although gastric acid reflux is practically a separate condition from stress and anxiety, the two appear to be associated with gastric acid reflux. In this case, the stomach acid that comes into the mouth during gastric reflux can damage the teeth and their enamel.

Tooth-related fears

Many people do not have a dental problem, but their anxiety causes them to become obsessed with their teeth and to believe that every toothache means there is a problem related to dental health. These people probably brush their teeth to such an extent that this in turn causes damage to their teeth and gums.

Lack of attention to oral hygiene

The opposite can also happen. Many people with anxiety easily ignore their oral health because they are overly concerned with their other issues or problems or consume too much sugar as a way to deal with stress. All of these can lead to dental problems.

See a dentist and treat your anxiety

Unfortunately, dental problems are not something that can be easily treated at home. One must constantly maintain good oral hygiene. You should also consult a dentist and follow his advice. The person should be as honest with the dentist as possible and explain about anxiety, diet, and what he or she does daily to maintain oral health. The dentist gives you an accurate understanding of what may be causing your dental problems and what steps one can take to address them.

After this stage, the person should seek treatment for their anxiety. Especially because it can not control the most common dental problem (gnashing of teeth) until it reduces its stress and anxiety. One can use mouth guard for a while but eventually have to treat one’s anxiety.

Imagine that you are talking to a person at close range and his mouth smells bad. How annoying it is and you are definitely looking to get rid of talking to him. If this happens in a job interview, it could be catastrophic! Bad breath has a huge negative effect on a person’s social, work and family relationships and is so serious that it even draws fugitives to dental offices.

The cause can be from the mouth itself or from other parts of the body.

 Improper hygiene and bad teeth:

The most common cause of bad breath is poor oral hygiene. If you have a lot of toothpaste and plaque in your mouth, or if you have decayed teeth and leftover roots, you are prone to bad breath. In addition, decayed teeth and improper fillings exacerbate it.

Bad veneer odor is also a common problem. If the veneer is not properly placed, the edges of the veneer are not smooth and uniform, or there is caries and decay of the gums adjacent to the veneer, you will smell bad.

Tooth decay is the most important cause of bad breath!

You may ask: “After flossing, the floss smells. Why is that? ”

Toothpaste causes the gums to become inflamed and red. This condition may be present in all parts of the mouth in general, manifesting as bad breath, bleeding gums when brushing or flossing, or spontaneously.

Sometimes there may be bad breath only in a limited area of ​​the mouth, and the patient states that “when I floss, the floss smells.” In this case, this problem can be solved by correcting the existing restorations or closing the gap between the teeth after a few days.

People who receive orthodontic treatment, especially in fixed orthodontics, have a predisposing environment for tooth decay and gum disease due to food retention. In these people, toothbrushing and flossing should be done much better and more accurately to prevent oral diseases.

The bad smell of garlic does not disappear with a toothbrush!

Another important reason is the use of strong-smelling foods such as garlic, onions, alcoholic beverages or.. This odor is temporary, but in many cases it does not go away even with brushing, and it is necessary to use deodorants or spicy gums.

Bad breath caused by the stomach:

If you have reflux or sourness, your mouth may also smell. In reflux, stomach acid returns to the mouth. To treat bad breath caused by digestive problems, first of all, consult a gastroenterologist. You can easily get rid of this problem with a proper diet and taking a few simple medications.

 Bad breath caused by sinusitis:

Sinuses are air-filled cavities that heat and humidify the air. If they become inflamed due to an infection or allergy, they can cause bad breath and scattered pain in all maxillary teeth. The treatment of bad breath caused by sinusitis is in the hands of an ear, nose and throat specialist.

 Bad breath in the morning:

You may also notice bad breath when you wake up in the morning. This is normal. This is because saliva flow decreases during sleep and bacteria produce an unpleasant odor. Eliminating bad breath after sleep is easily possible by brushing your teeth as well as your tongue.

Smoking:

Cigarettes and tobacco, in addition to having a pungent odor that is unpleasant and allergenic to many people, can cause dry mouth, gum disease, and gum infection.

In smokers, gingivitis, bleeding gums, gingival resorption, and related diseases improve slowly. In addition, treatment of gingivitis, treatment of gingival infections, treatment of gingival resorption, gingival surgery and implants do not have ideal results in these people and the probability of treatment failure is high.

Some medications cause dry mouth:

Dry mouth and lack of saliva flow can also cause bad breath. Fasting and dehydration may also exacerbate this condition.

Some diseases such as diabetes and some drugs such as antihypertensive drugs, chemotherapy drugs, etc. cause dry mouth and in addition to bad breath, increase the risk of caries.

 Discharge from behind the throat and bad breath:

Bad breath can have an external cause. Including gastrointestinal upset, gastric reflux, sinusitis or discharge from the back of the throat. In these cases, treatment of underlying problems can eliminate bad breath.

To get rid of bad breath, you should first see your dentist. Because there is the most important cause in the mouth. If there is no problem with your gums and teeth, your dentist will refer you to a specialist.

It is the responsibility of the doctor to prescribe pills to eliminate bad breath, depending on the cause of the odor and the location of the infection. Avoid taking drugs arbitrarily.

These days, many people are looking for beautiful teeth to improve their quality of life and self-confidence. Until a few years ago, having straight teeth was more like a dream, but today, the science of cosmetic dentistry has different materials and treatment methods to create a beautiful and attractive smile for people.

Smile design treatments include dental composites, dental laminates and teeth bleaching.

Dental composite:

Dental composite is exactly the same color filling material as the tooth. The dentist forms a thin layer of it on the surface of the tooth. Then he uses blue light to harden it.

IPS veneers (ceramic composites) are a new generation of composites that have higher strength due to their ceramic particles and have less paintability than the older types. And they have a high appearance similar to ceramic laminates.

Dental composites need to be periodically polished, depending on how much color you use in tea, coffee, chocolate, colored juices, or how often you brush your teeth.

Laminate is actually a porcelain shell that is installed on the teeth and gives them the desired shape and shape. This layer is very thin and it is possible to choose the desired color. From the same color as a person’s natural teeth to very white colors.

Dental laminate can correct the following problems:

1. Slight rotation of the teeth and slight back and forth

2. Fractures or paleness of the teeth

3. Indentation of one or more teeth

4. Improper color of teeth

5. Tooth erosion and loss of tooth tissue

There are several types of ceramic dental laminates on the market. Some of them require very small teeth cutting about 0.5 mm.

There are other types of laminate flooring on the market that are as thick as eye lenses. These laminates are also called non-prep or luminaires and are very thin and beautiful. Crystal laminates are another choice that are thin and very shiny.

Ceramic dental laminates often do not require anesthetic injection, are resistant to colored food, but instead cost more than dental composite.

Tooth bleaching:

Teeth whitening or teeth bleaching is one of the best cosmetic treatments that does not require any cutting or manipulation of the tooth surface, does not damage the teeth, it costs much more than other beauty treatments and can be repeated.

If you have naturally yellow teeth or you are around 30-40 years old when the enamel becomes thinner and the teeth become yellower, teeth bleaching is a good treatment for you.

If you smoke a lot of cigarettes, alcohol, or coffee, your teeth may become darker over time. A history of medication or trauma to the teeth can also affect the natural, light color of your teeth.

Bleaching your teeth is like putting white clothes on Vitex. Special bleaching agents penetrate into the tooth tissue and lighten the color of the teeth by destroying the color molecules.

Digital smile design:

The latest technology in the world has come to our aid so that you can see the final view of your teeth after work in the same session. All we have to do is take a picture of you smiling and that’s it!

 The software designs the appropriate teeth for your face according to the face shape. 10 minutes later you see the digital smile design of your new teeth.