Toothpicks, is a lot of “big thin teeth” out of the necessary items (such as small), eat meat 5 minutes, flossing 2 hours, is completely our life reality. Many people have the habit of flossing with toothpicks after meals, but I don’t know, improper use of toothpicks, the larger the gap between the teeth will pick, and over time will also pick a big deal!
The use of toothpicks, there are three major health risks!
1, improper use of toothpicks, may lead to the gap between the teeth become larger!
If the gap between the teeth and teeth is sufficient, the toothpick can be “free access” and will not hurt the innocent. If your teeth are arranged densely, and the gum papilla is normal (the protruding part of the gum between the two teeth is called the gum papilla), the toothpick can only shuttle in the gum groove, if you always press the toothpick hard into the interdental papilla area, it will make the original gap between the teeth “forced” to form a gap, over time, food is more likely to embed, you also On the other hand, sharp toothpicks can also hurt the delicate gums, possibly leading to gingivitis, gum recession and other periodontal diseases.
2, a small toothpick, is also a good hand to hide dirt!
The toothpicks placed everywhere in restaurants usually come with a variety of bacteria and viruses, which can enter your body through the toothpicks and threaten your health. According to laboratory tests, a small toothpick is “hiding” tens of thousands of bacteria!
3, don’t play it cool, gripping toothpick carelessly may be life-threatening!
If you do not have the phenomenon of dental plugging do not floss, you are not Chow Yun Fat, do not be cool to have nothing to gripping a toothpick. A careless injury to the oral cavity or a small matter, there was a patient accidentally swallowed into the belly, to the hospital for emergency disposal before being removed from the body, nearly made a big mistake.
Meet the 3 points of the toothpick, to use with confidence!
If you really “can not quit” toothpicks, then try to choose to meet the requirements of these 3 points toothpicks!
① Look at the texture
Choose products made of cork, the surface should be clean and thornless, the tip is not too sharp, the best round and smooth. If you do not choose the right toothpick, the texture is not good or the surface is rough, when using, it is easy to damage the gum tissue, resulting in bleeding gums, and in the long run, it is easy to cause gum recession.
② Look at the packaging
Toothpicks should have complete packaging, take a look at its factory name, factory address, health license number, to see if it is a formal product after strict sterilization.
③ Look at where it is placed
Do not use toothpicks that are not in a sealed container! After all, no one knows what has happened to it…
Toothpicks, toothbrushes are out, dental floss is the “flossing tool”!
Unlike toothpicks, flossing is a better way to keep your teeth hygienic on the adjacent surfaces!
Floss is generally made of 30 to 75 strong and smooth threads (mostly nylon, silk or polyester threads), which greatly reduces the damage to the periodontium and does not damage the gum tissue like an ordinary toothpick; moreover, the fibers of floss are very loose and flattened when used, so they can easily enter the gap between the teeth and can play a role in cleaning the tooth surface and picking out the embedded food. If you can use it for a long time and combine it with the correct way of brushing, you will be able to keep your mouth clean and healthy.
If you know these 3 rules, you can choose the best dental floss for you
① When you first start flossing, it may be difficult to clean your back teeth, so you can use floss sticks (made into small bow-like floss) to assist in cleaning.
②Some dental floss with fluoride or other antibacterial ingredients can help prevent tooth decay, eliminate bad breath and have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects.
③If there is a particularly narrow gap, ordinary floss may be worn out or torn. In such places, you can use waxed floss, which has less friction and can be easily squeezed in.
When you start flossing, you may not feel comfortable, but for the sake of your dental health, try it a few more times in front of a mirror and you will be able to use it as well as a toothpick. If the floss is stretched after use, it indicates that there may be calculus on the surface of the teeth, so it is recommended to go to a regular dental institution for oral examination and treatment as soon as possible.
Little reminder
It is recommended to floss your teeth every day even if they are not clogged. Proper brushing and flossing every day can effectively prevent tooth decay and calculus~