Brushing your teeth and your spine

Dentists in Poland tell us you should brush their teeth twice a day. Like many other routine and common tasks, the position in which you do it may affect the spine. It turns out that the brushing, which is usually performed in a standing position is the best, as promotes an adoption of a minimum attitude and arrangement of the loading movement of the spine. You should keep this in mind, especially those who complain about the discomfort.

Chewing gum – is it harmful for my teeth?

Have you ever wondered what side effects chewing gum can cause?

Chewing gum can have a positive impact on our oral health. It’s certainly good to take it after meals if you can’t brush your teeth. Chewing gum stimulates saliva secretion, which in turn neutralizes acids formed in the oral cavity and washes away food. So this action is beneficial, we should not chew gum for longer than 15 minutes. 15 minutes is enough to restore neutral pH of the mouth.

While too long and frequent chewing gum may strain the jaw bone, which may lead to bruxism. This condition , ie pathological teeth grinding at night, can lead to dislocation of the joint . And those who chew gum on one side of the jaw are threaten by even facial asymmetry. Dentists in Poland warn you to not chew gum to often or intensively to maintain a healthy smile!

Gum disease – all you need to know

Dentists in Poland say that every other adult has gum problems. 

Inadequate oral hygiene, such as not brushing your teeth regularly or not very thorough cleaning of the teeth is the most common cause of gingivitis. Gum disease may cause systemic diseases such as diabetes , hyperthyroidism , or blood diseases and diet poor in vitamins . Bruxism (teeth grinding habitual), injuries caused by your are other possible causes of gingivitis. Your lifestyle may also adversely affect the gums - chronic stress and smoking is bad for them. 

Bacteria inhabit the mouth together with the saliva and a food particles form plaque, which appears on the teeth and along the gum line . A few days inaccurate brushing is enough to developed gingivitis. Then the infection extends to the periodontium , ie, the tissues surrounding the teeth and maintaining them in place in your jaw. If it is not removed it forms to tartar. 

Remember to take good care of your teeth. In case of any dental problems, don’t hesitate to make an appointment with one of our dentists, as dental treatment in Poland is maintained at a high level.