Oral Hygiene

What is Oral Hygiene?

Oral hygiene consultations are essential for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases and are the basis for the maintenance and longevity of dental treatments carried out in other dental specialities.

This appointment initially involves an assessment to screen for caries lesions, gum disease and other pathologies. This is followed by the removal of tartar, plaque and stains through scaling, polishing and a bicarbonate jet.

Finally, fluoride is applied, which is essential for preventing the appearance of dental caries, as it remineralises and strengthens tooth enamel.

What is Oral Hygiene?

Oral hygiene consultations are essential for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of oral diseases and are the basis for the maintenance and longevity of dental treatments carried out in other dental specialities.

This appointment initially involves an assessment to screen for caries lesions, gum disease and other pathologies. This is followed by the removal of tartar, plaque and stains through scaling, polishing and a bicarbonate jet.

Finally, fluoride is applied, which is essential for preventing the appearance of dental caries, as it remineralises and strengthens tooth enamel.

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If any oral health problems are detected, our oral hygienists will refer you to the appropriate dental speciality.

Another of the main aims of Oral Hygiene appointments is to educate and promote good oral health habits, in order to maintain a healthy smile.

This is done by demonstrating and teaching correct brushing techniques (which should be done at least twice a day), the use of dental floss and/or the use of mouthwashes.

If any oral health problems are detected, our oral hygienists will refer you to the appropriate dental speciality.

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Another of the main aims of Oral Hygiene appointments is to educate and promote good oral health habits, in order to maintain a healthy smile.

This is done by demonstrating and teaching correct brushing techniques (which should be done at least twice a day), the use of dental floss and/or the use of mouthwashes.

GBT Technique – GUIDED BIOFILM THERAPHY

At Instituto Dentário Alto dos Moinhos we have the most innovative solution for oral hygiene – Biofilm Guided Therapy.

GBT is an innovative method that has transformed the patient experience at oral hygiene appointments, replacing conventional methods that are usually associated with sensitivity, vibration, cold and the sound of instruments.

Instead, it works through a revolutionary, modern system that makes oral hygiene appointments less time-consuming, comfortable, painless and extremely effective.

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GBT Technique – GUIDED BIOFILM THERAPHY

At Instituto Dentário Alto dos Moinhos we have the most innovative solution for oral hygiene – Biofilm Guided Therapy.

higiene oral

GBT is an innovative method that has transformed the patient experience at oral hygiene appointments, replacing conventional methods that are usually associated with sensitivity, vibration, cold and the sound of instruments.

Instead, it works through a revolutionary, modern system that makes oral hygiene appointments less time-consuming, comfortable, painless and extremely effective.

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This protocol consists of a predictable, risk-orientated and user-friendly prophylactic treatment that can be adapted to all age groups and each individual patient.

This makes it possible to offer the highest standard of treatment in a minimally invasive way, without causing discomfort.

GBT consists of a sequence of personalised treatment steps that can be adapted to the specific needs of each patient, and is extremely effective at detecting and eliminating all biofilm (plaque and tartar) in the oral cavity.

This protocol consists of a predictable, risk-orientated and user-friendly prophylactic treatment that can be adapted to all age groups and each individual patient.

higiene oral

This makes it possible to offer the highest standard of treatment in a minimally invasive way, without causing discomfort.

GBT consists of a sequence of personalised treatment steps that can be adapted to the specific needs of each patient, and is extremely effective at detecting and eliminating all biofilm (plaque and tartar) in the oral cavity.

Faq

Visits to the oral hygienist should be regular, at least every six months, in order to guarantee a healthy smile.

Oral hygiene care recommended by the Oral Hygienist should also be maintained at home, such as brushing correctly at least twice a day and using dental floss and/or brushes in order to effectively eliminate food residue that accumulates on the teeth and gums.

In addition to screening for caries lesions, gum disease and other pathologies, all other dental treatments are assessed in order to diagnose and refer any complications at an early stage.

Scaling is also carried out with an ultrasonic device to remove plaque and tartar from the tooth surfaces, followed by prophylaxis and fluoride application.

Consultations end with education and the promotion of good oral health habits.

The best toothbrush is the one with which the patient can perform oral hygiene most effectively. It can be manual or electric and should have a handle and head size that suits the patient.

When choosing a toothbrush, it is important to opt for bristles that dry quickly, are rounded and have a soft degree of hardness. The softer the filaments, the more effective they are at removing plaque and the less they wear down the tooth surface and gums.

Interdental brushes are small brushes used as a complement to normal brushing to clean the hard-to-reach spaces between teeth.

They come in various shapes and sizes, varying in diameter and shape, and must be properly adapted by the dentist or oral hygienist.

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