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Bad breath cause of tartar formation. Brushing regularlu not halping. Plz suggest any cream or medicine..
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Go for scaling and polishing
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For bad breath : there may be deposition of plaque and calculus intraoral cause and they need frequent removal and deposition may be interdentally and on tonque halitosis results
For calculus: the deposition may be aggravated due to irregular positioning of teeth.
Next Steps
knowledge of proper brushing techniques
visit to dentist for oral prophylaxis procedures
Health Tips
1.x tar toothpaste may prevent further calculus deposition after scaling.
2. clohex ads mouthwash for mouthrinsing
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No cream will help , Need Scaling .
- Hyora K mouthwash .
Rinse for 2 weeks then stop.
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U require cleaning of teeth at the first place
It may be of two options depends on the amount of plaque and tartar formation and your gums status
Treatment options are
1 Scaling and polishing (normal cleaning of teeth in case of less deposites)
2 Curretage and Root planning (in case of more deposites and givgival and periodontal status (gums) )
Next Steps
Kindly visit ur dentist for clinical and if required radiographical examination to decide the treatment
Health Tips
Maintain oral hygiene (brush twice with proper brushing technique )
Mouthwash chlorhex 1:1 ratio(normal water:mouthwash) 2-3 times a day
Use good quality plastic tongue cleaner to clean ur tongue which is usually neglected and also cause foul smell
Drink lots of water
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Hello Mam.
I would suggest you to go for a scaling or cleaning first to remove the existing tartar.then you can maintain with regular brushing twice daily.
Next Steps
consult your dentist
Health Tips
after scaling follow correct brushing technique
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Scaling mandatory Every 8-12 months at least.
Follow proper brushing techniques.
If crowding of teeth, difficult to clean. Go for scaling every 8 months interval maximum or get orthodontic treatment done.
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Hello dear....
Brush regularly twice a day...and use mouthwash regularly....for further information kindly contact through private chat options...
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Dr. Sheeba Soni
Implantologist
3 yrs exp
Mumbai
Bad breath is common is tartar (calculus) deposits. You require a through clean up (deep scaling)
If deposits are recurring this means you are unable to maintain good oral hygiene .
Next Steps
You have to follow good oral hygiene regime like: brushing your teeth twice, use dental floss at least once a day.
Use a chlorhexidine mouthwash twice a day (10ml) or do warm salt water gargle.
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Visit a dentist
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