#1 Home Remedy to Remove Dental Plaque & Tarter to Prevent Cavities | Dr. Mandell

Summary

This video script emphasizes the importance of oral hygiene, explaining how dietary habits contribute to plaque and tartar formation, leading to cavities and gum disease. It highlights the role of bacteria in causing bad breath and tooth decay, and suggests using baking soda as a natural remedy for plaque removal and maintaining a healthy oral environment. The script also touches on the benefits of baking soda in neutralizing acids, whitening teeth, and its antibacterial properties, while advising viewers to be mindful of their diet to prevent plaque buildup.

Takeaways

• 🦷 Oral health is crucial and proper care is essential to prevent dental issues.
• 🍬 Diet, particularly sugary and starchy foods, contributes to the formation of plaque on teeth.
• 😈 Plaque, if not removed, hardens into tartar and can lead to cavities and gum diseases.
• 🚫 Bacteria in plaque produce acids that erode tooth enamel and can cause bone loss and gum recession.
• 👅 Using your tongue, you can feel the gritty plaque on your teeth, which is an indicator of poor oral hygiene.
• 🌬 Bad breath (halitosis) is often a result of bacterial plaque on the teeth.
• 🩺 Signs of gum disease include red, swollen, or bleeding gums after brushing.
• 🪥 Regular brushing is advised by dentists to remove plaque and prevent tartar formation.
• 🧂 Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) can be used as a natural remedy for plaque and tartar removal.
• 💪 Baking soda has antibacterial properties, helps neutralize acids, and can whiten teeth.
• 🍏 Consuming whole, unrefined foods with fiber can help reduce plaque formation compared to processed foods.

Q & A

Why are our teeth important and what can happen if we don't take care of them properly?

Our teeth are important for eating and speaking, and if not taken care of, they can develop plaque that hardens into tartar, leading to cavities, gum disease, and eventually tooth loss.

What is plaque and how does it form on our teeth?

Plaques are a sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth from the sugars and starches in the food we eat. If not removed, it can lead to cavities and gum disease.

What is tartar and how is it related to plaque?

Tartar is a hardened form of plaque that can develop if the sticky film of bacteria is not removed. It can cause further damage to teeth and gums.

How can the acids formed from bacteria in plaque erode our teeth?

The bacteria in plaque produce acids that erode tooth enamel, leading to cavities and potentially bone loss around the teeth.

What is the gritty substance that can be felt on teeth and what is it a sign of?

The gritty substance is plaque, and feeling it on your teeth is a sign that it needs to be removed to prevent dental problems.

What are the symptoms of gum disease and how is it connected to plaque and tartar?

Symptoms of gum disease include red, swollen, or tender gums that bleed after brushing. It is connected to plaque and tartar as these substances can lead to gingivitis and periodontitis if not properly managed.

What is baking soda and how can it be used to improve oral health?

Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, can be mixed with water to create a paste for brushing teeth, which helps remove plaque, neutralize acids, and whiten teeth.

How does baking soda help in breaking up plaque and surface stains on teeth?

When baking soda is mixed with water, it releases free radicals that help break up plaque and surface stains on teeth.

What are the benefits of using baking soda for oral hygiene according to the script?

Baking soda reduces acidity and plaque, neutralizes acids, whitens teeth, has antibacterial properties, and can help speed up healing of mouth sores or ulcers.

Why is it important to be aware of the foods we eat in relation to oral health?

Certain foods, especially refined and processed foods with high sugar and starch content, can contribute to plaque formation. Eating whole, unrefined foods with fiber can help maintain better oral health.

What is the final recommendation from Dr. Alan Mandel regarding oral health?

Dr. Alan Mandel recommends taking care of oral health by brushing regularly with baking soda paste, being mindful of the foods consumed, and sharing the information with friends and family.