The training in this area closely followed by the protective concept, including the recommendation on nutrition and equipment selection to promote dental and general health. Dental fitness should be seen as a lifestyle.
Drama
Maternal-child oral-dental health awareness program: In our clinic, instead of classical education methods, children are encouraged to play games and thinking through 'CREATIVE DRAMA'. Both adults and children receive oral health education by active learning methods.
Our purpose in this program is:
- Prevention of plaque control and toothbrushing
- Interface cleaning (dental flossing) for good oral hygiene
- To emphasize the importance of using fluoride.
Fissure sealant is a transparent or white plastic liquid based material applied to the grooves on the back teeth. It sticks to the tooth mine and prevents it from forming caries. Since it is in the form of a liquid, it is retained by flowing completely into the grooves of the tooth surface, so that it is applied without any abrasion from the tooth surface and does not form an elevation.
A test to determine the salivary flow rate, saliva buffering capacity, salivary mutant streptococci and lactobacillus numbers for identification adults and children.with high-risk of caries.
Food preference and nutrition habits, along with many other factors, are closely related to oral health. Diet counseling in the dental practice should focus upon reducing oral risks (gum disease, diabetes, recurrent decay,xerostomia etc.), from diet and promoting good nutrition for health.