Prophylaxis and dental hygiene

From the age of 6 children are integrated in our prophylaxis system and are informed twice annually how to care for their teeth at home. Further instruments of prophylaxis at this stage of age are fluoridation of the tooth surface and sealing of the deep cavities of the molars (fissure sealing). Teeth will get more resistant against decay enhancing bacteria. In special prophylaxis appointments for children teeth will get polished in every session. We also put emphasis on adults getting involved in the age-appropriate care measures for their children.

Not only children and teenagers are in the focus of prophylaxis but also adults. The prophylaxis of adults, however, requires a different treatment because the forms of diseases change with increasing age. For example fissure sealing of adults is not as necessary as it is with children. The most important parts are a personalized recall system and a professional dental cleaning.

Despite a precise oral hygiene you will not manage to remove all bacteria (biofilm) which generate within hours on your tooth surface. With a dental prophylaxis a qualified dental hygienist removes all plaque, bacteria and any discoloring because of tea, coffee and nicotine. Since the biofilm is the reason for cavity, gingivitis and periodontis a regular professional dental cleaning contributes to healthy teeth and gum.

For periodontal healthy patients a professional dental cleaning is an optional service whereas it is a must for patients with periodontitis. It depends on the severity how often a professional dental cleaning should be carried out. By now many health insurances have recognized the benefit of a PDC and refund the costs for that treatment.