What Are Shrinking Gums?
Gingival atrophy is mainly caused by the presence of foreign bodies in the gingival margin and long-term failure to clean up. Bacterial growth and stimulation are caused by long-term existence; in addition, with age, atrophy will occur more or less. Then there are the sequelae of improper dental surgery. Keeping clean is the most effective way to slow down gum atrophy, and it is especially important to wash your teeth regularly. Inflammatory gum atrophy, mainly manifested by gingival redness, swelling and pain, bleeding is common when brushing teeth. The gingival atrophy of the elderly often makes the exposed tooth extremely sensitive to hot and cold temperature changes and acidic food, which hinders eating and reduces the quality of life. Special attention should be paid to prevention and treatment.
Gum atrophy
- Gingival atrophy is mainly caused by the presence of foreign bodies in the gingival margin and long-term failure to clean up. Bacterial growth and stimulation are caused by long-term existence; in addition, with age, atrophy will occur more or less. Then there are the sequelae of improper dental surgery. Keeping clean is a delay
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Gum atrophy vertical brush method
- It is to place the tip of the toothbrush bristles at the junction of the gums and the crown, and press it slightly in the direction of the teeth. Brush down when you brush your teeth, and brush up when you brush your teeth. . Repeated brushing several times on the same area. This method can effectively eliminate plaque and soft dirt, and can stimulate the gums to keep the shape of the gums normal.
- Vibration method: refers to the bristles at a 45-degree angle with the teeth when brushing, so that one part of the bristles enters the gap between the gums and the tooth surface, and the other part extends into the gap between the teeth to make short-term tremors. When the occlusal surface of the brush is used, the bristles should lie flat on the tooth surface, making a short distance back and forth. Each part can brush 2-3 teeth. Brush both inside and outside of the teeth. Although this method is also a horizontal brush, because it is a short-range horizontal brush, it basically trembles horizontally at the original position. Compared with a large horizontal brush, it will not damage the neck of the tooth and will not easily damage the gums.
Periodontal atrophy physiological brushing method
- Refers to the tip of the toothbrush bristles in contact with the tooth surface, and then gently brushed towards the gums. This method has a slight stimulating effect as food passes through the gums, promotes gum blood circulation, and helps keep periodontal tissues healthy.
- In short, brush your teeth gently, not too hard, but repeatedly. Every side of the tooth must be brushed, especially the rearmost molars. Be sure to extend the toothbrush into it. If you combine the previous methods, the effect will be better. Every time you brush your teeth, if you are not assured, you can also look in the mirror to see if it is clean. Only by taking it seriously can you ensure the effect of brushing your teeth.
Gum atrophy
- Refers to the 45-degree angle between the bristles and the teeth when brushing, so that part of the bristles enter the gap between the gums and the tooth surface, and the other part extends into the gap between the teeth, making short-term tremors back and forth. When the occlusal surface of the brush is used, the bristles should lie flat on the tooth surface, making a short distance back and forth. Each part can brush 2-3 teeth. Brush both inside and outside of the teeth. Although this method is also a horizontal brush, because it is a short-range horizontal brush, it basically trembles horizontally at the original position. Compared with a large horizontal brush, it will not damage the neck of the tooth and will not easily damage the gums.
- Physiological brushing method: refers to the top of the tooth bristles in contact with the tooth surface, and then gently brush towards the gums. This method has a slight stimulating effect as food passes through the gums, promotes gum blood circulation, and helps keep periodontal tissues healthy.
- In short, brush your teeth gently, not too hard, but repeatedly. Every side of the tooth must be brushed, especially the rearmost molars. Be sure to extend the toothbrush into it. If you combine the previous methods, the effect will be better. Every time you brush your teeth, if you are not assured, you can also look in the mirror to see if it is clean. Only by taking it seriously can you ensure the effect of brushing your teeth.