How to choose oral care products for Best Dental Care?

In this age of consumerism, market places are flooded with oral health products. If you ask for a fluoride toothpaste, there’ll be at least 10 brands selling the same. So many options can confuse any buyer. In that case it’s common for people to make mistakes and learn from them.

But when I comes to dental care products, choosing a wrong products can have severe consequences in the long run. Even buying a simple thing as a toothbrush demands caution. That’s why Best dental care experts at Sandalwood Smiles, Brampton, guide you through how to choose the right oral health products. 

Choosing a toothbrush:

Every year, new toothbrush designs, colors, and attachments are introduced. Soft bristles, micro-bristles, cross bristles, and many more such marketing terms are common in this context. While these matter to some extent, it’s your comfort that should be the deciding factor.

Where there’s a choice between mechanical (electric) toothbrush and a manual toothbrush, always go for the former. A mechanical toothbrush has different vibration settings that enable breaking of plaque and thus, effective plaque removal.

Keep a spare manual one handy just in case. While choosing a manual toothbrush, take notice that the bristles are round and soft. Also, the head should be able to access hard to reach areas. Avoid hard bristles and big heads.

Brushing technique is very important. It’s recommended by our team of dentists to brush 3-4 times a day, spending 2-3 minutes each time.

Toothpaste :

You should use the toothpaste that’s recommended by your dentist. Or ask them before changing your brand or trying out a new product in market.

If you are suffering from fluorosis, steer clear of fluoride toothpastes as it’ll worsen your condition. Avoid toothpastes containing high content of bleaching agents that guarantee a pearl white smile. Consult your dentist as to which product can be used after undergoing teeth whitening treatment. 

Dental Floss:

 Flossing is vital. Period.

Don’t forget to pick dental flosses in your regular monthly grocery shopping. And we’ll tell you which ones to pick.

Dental floss is available in a variety of colors and flavors. That depends on your personal preference. If your teeth are tightly spaced, go for waxed variety as it gently slides through the gaps.

If you’re gap toothed, you can go for dental tape.

You can purchase single-use floss picks or a rolled version as per your comfort. Single use floss picks are ideal for people who experience trouble with finger movements like patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.

Mouthwash:

Mouthwash is an essential part of dental care regime. But just don’t go for any brand and listen to your dentist before including a product in your daily routine.

Here, chlorhexidine deserves special mention. Generally prescribed by your dentist, it’s a short term remedy and should not be used beyond the prescribed duration. A bactericidal mouthwash, it can cause brown staining of teeth, especially in patients who have had a crown implant done.

Go for a mild mouthwash for everyday use that can remove daily plaque deposition. Ask your dentist for more info.

These are the points to keep in mind next time you go to buy over-the-counter dental care products. Avoid buying dental instruments over-the-counter for use at home. It’s a dangerous practice for your teeth. Remember, when it comes to your teeth, your dentist knows best.