Dentistry is the known evaluation, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the soft and hard tissues of the jaw (mandible), the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and the adjacent.
An Interview with Dr. Scott Seiler on Periodontal Disease
Dr. Scott Seiler is a dentist and has answered some of the common questions Bizymoms visitors have about Periodontal Disease.
Q. What Causes Tooth Loss?
A. Improper dental care and extensive decay causes tooth loss. If a tooth is infected, it must be removed.
Q. What Causes Periodontal Diseases?
A. Simply poor oral hygiene causes this disease. Teeth must be brushed and flossed twice a day. Visiting your dentist regularly is also extremely important.
Q. Can Periodontal Diseases Be Prevented?
A. Getting regular check-ups and maintaining proper oral hygiene will help prevent periodontal disease.
Q. How Does Plaque Attack the Gums?
A. Food of any sort reacts with the bacteria in your mouth, which, over time results in plaque (if not cleaned/brushed away). Plaque becomes calculus. Calculus causes swollen gums and cavities. If, over time, teeth are not checked by a dentist, major oral hygiene problems can occur.
Q. How Do You Stop Plaque Attacks?
A. Proper dental care is again crucial in maintaining excellent dental health and aids in the prevention of plaque.
Q. How many times a day should I brush my teeth?
A. Children should brush their teeth twice a day with a fluoridated toothpaste. If a child is too young to spit, then a toothpaste without fluoride can be used.
Q. What kind of toothpaste should I use?
A. Any type with fluoride added would be fine; crest, colgate
