Tokushinkai Medical Corporation Group

×
close

preventive dentistry
Prevent

FAQ

Please tell me the specific methods to prevent tooth decay.

Strengthening the enamel on your teeth makes them more resistant to cavities. We will teach you the basic principles of cavity prevention as well as care methods you can take at home and at the dentist.

Four basic principles for preventing tooth decay

  1. After meals, be sure to brush your teeth as acid caused by cavity-causing bacteria is more likely to be produced.
  2. For those who have food stuck between their teeth easily or those with poor tooth alignmentDental Floss,Interdental brushUse
  3. Snacks should be avoided as much as possible, as they make your mouth more susceptible to cavities.
  4. Maintaining a regular, nutritionally balanced diet

Fluoride-based tooth decay prevention at home

  • Brush your teeth with toothpaste that contains fluoride
  • Rinse your mouth with a fluoride mouthwash

*More effective cavity prevention products include toothpaste and mouthwash that contain fluoride, which repairs the surface of the teeth. These are also sold at Tokushinkai Group dental clinics, so please feel free to ask us about them.

Fluoride-based tooth decay prevention at dental clinics

  • Packing a cream containing high concentration of fluoride onto teeth effectively strengthens teeth
  • At Tokushinkai Group dental clinics, fluoride is applied to the surface of teeth.Mineral PackWe are doing the following.

By combining home care with cavity prevention treatment at a dental clinic, it is possible to make stronger, stronger teeth. The Tokushinkai Group will continue to work with patients to prevent cavity in the future.

If you would like to know more about fluoride, please click here