Denture care: How do I clean dentures? - Mayo Clinic Clean your mouth after taking out your dentures Use a soft-bristled toothbrush on natural teeth and gauze or a soft toothbrush to clean your tongue, cheeks and roof of your mouth Take off any dental adhesive that is still on your gums Brush your dentures at least daily Take out your dentures and gently clean them daily
Dental floss vs. water flosser: Which is better? - Mayo Clinic If plain dental floss gets stuck in your teeth, try waxed floss instead If you have a hard time handling dental floss, try a floss holder Other options for cleaning between teeth include interdental brushes, picks or sticks To help keep your mouth healthy, clean between your teeth once a day, and brush your teeth twice a day
Dental implant surgery - Mayo Clinic Dental implant surgery A dental implant is a metal post that replaces the root portion of a missing tooth A dental professional places an artificial tooth, also known as a crown, on an extension of the post of the dental implant, giving you the look of a real tooth
Oral health: A window to your overall health - Mayo Clinic Clean between your teeth daily with floss, a water flosser or other products made for that purpose Eat a healthy diet and limit sugary food and drinks Replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months Do it sooner if bristles are worn or flare out See a dentist at least once a year for checkups and cleanings
Adult health Dental care - Mayo Clinic Seeing a dentist regularly is a big part of oral health So is taking care of your teeth and gums so they stay healthy You likely know that it's important to brush your teeth for about two minutes at least twice a day and floss once a day Know what else you need to do every day to take care of
Bad breath - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic Clean bridges, dentures, retainers and mouth guards If you wear a bridge or a denture, clean it thoroughly at least once a day or as directed by your dentist If you have a dental retainer or mouth guard, clean it each time before you put it in your mouth Your dentist can recommend the best cleaning product Keep your mouth moist
Brushing your teeth: How often and when? - Mayo Clinic Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste for at least two minutes each time you brush This recommendation is from the American Dental Association When you brush, you help take food and plaque off your teeth Plaque is a sticky white film that forms on teeth Plaque has bacteria in it
Cavities and tooth decay - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic Probing your teeth with dental instruments to check for soft areas Looking at dental X-rays, which can show where cavities and decay are Your dentist also can tell you which of the three types of cavities you have: smooth surface, pit and fissure, or root
Periodontitis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic The goal of treatment is to thoroughly clean the pockets around teeth and prevent damage to surrounding gum tissue and bone You have the best chance for successful treatment when you also have a daily routine of good oral care, manage health conditions that may impact dental health and stop tobacco use Nonsurgical treatments
Cavities and tooth decay - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic Worn fillings or dental devices Over the years, dental fillings can weaken, begin to break down or get rough edges This allows plaque to build up more easily and makes it harder to remove Dental devices can stop fitting well, allowing decay to begin under them Heartburn