Periodontitis brushing in the evening much more important than the next morning

Twice a day: brushing your teeth in the evening is especially important
Regular dental hygiene is the most effective protection against tooth decay and periodontitis. The teeth should be brushed at least twice a day. Most importantly, this happens at bedtime. At night, the oral cavity is more susceptible to colonization by bacteria.

To prevent tooth decay and periodontitis
Regular brushing is the most effective way to efficiently prevent tooth decay and prevent gingivitis and toothache. It also depends heavily on the right technology. Shaking and brushing is particularly useful, according to dentists. If the teeth are not cleaned properly, there is not only the danger that you get holes, but also that periodontitis forms. About three in four adults suffer from this chronic inflammation that attacks the bone. While most people know that teeth should be brushed at least twice a day, when is the best time? In a message from the news agency dpa an expert provides information.

At least twice a day you should brush your teeth to prevent tooth decay and periodontitis. Especially important is the cleaning before going to bed. (Image: tournee / fotolia.com)

Brushing teeth before going to bed is particularly important
According to Prof. Dietmar Oesterreich, Vice President of the Federal Dental Association, brushing your teeth before going to bed is particularly important. Due to the reduced salivation at night, the protective functions are reduced and the oral cavity more susceptible to the colonization of bacteria, so the expert. According to Austria, in principle it is up to each one to decide when to clean the second time - the main thing is to do it thoroughly. Once a day you should also clean the interdental spaces correctly, for example with dental floss or interdental brushes. Mouthwashings also clean interdental spaces.

Do not clean with too much pressure
"Of course, it makes sense in the morning for the general sense of well-being," said Austria. However, in principle, there is nothing wrong with reaching the toothbrush twice a day, more often than the recommended ones - unless brushing with too much pressure. "Otherwise you damage the enamel or even the periodontium," said the dentist. Also calculus needs to be removed regularly. The costs are covered once a year by the statutory health insurance. A professional dental cleaning (PZR) can also make sense. Although this is not a statutory benefit, according to a survey, there are now grants from the PZR about every second fund. (Ad)