Elimination of the dental plaque formed in just a few minutes after each meal.
This whitish biofilm rich in organic matters is the ideal substrate for bacteria which cause various tooth and periodontal pathologies (gums and bones).
periodontology
DENTAL HYGIENE
PERIODONTOLOGY
The periodontium is the tissue supporting the teeth, consisting of the gingiva (gums), alveolar bone, cementum and periodontal ligament. It is important to maintain the periodontium in good condition.
Periodontitis is caused by micro-organisms that sick to and grow on the tooth’s surface. Prominent factors being the build-up of tartar and smoking. Secondary factors such as stress or genetics may also cause the destruction of the periodontium.