How does remineralization occur?
Every day our body is exposed to the negative effects of various factors. The process of weakening enamel can be started due to poor nutrition, poor drinking water, regular overexertion and a general lack of organic substances.
When pathogenic flora begins to develop in the oral cavity, the mechanism of natural remineralization of teeth, which works continuously under normal conditions, is disrupted; the leaching of mineral elements begins. The process is called “demineralization,” and if it is not stopped, carious disease and a number of other pathologies can develop.
Remineralization of tooth enamel is the opposite of demineralization. Remineralization can be achieved through restorative procedures that will restore strength to dental tissue and increase its resistance to pathogenic bacteria. There are several recovery options:
- Natural remineralization of teeth: replenishing the balance of biologically significant elements through the consumption of foods high in calcium and fluoride, and additional oral hygiene procedures.
- Artificial remineralization: saturation of enamel using remineralizing drugs. It is carried out both in the dental office and at home.
The remineralization process: how it is carried out
Remineralization allows you to restore the quality of enamel by filling it with important trace elements. In this case, hard tissues are strengthened. Due to all this, the sensitivity of teeth (to cold, hot) is ultimately reduced, and the likelihood of developing caries will be much lower.
A professional procedure is carried out by treating teeth with special preparations that contain the necessary mineral components: usually calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, fluorine. They are left on the teeth for several minutes until the enamel is completely saturated. The technique includes the following steps:
- Teeth cleaning.
- Treat them with a 1% hydrogen peroxide solution, followed by drying.
- Applying tampons with a 10% solution of calcium gluconate, which are applied for 20 minutes and changed every 5 minutes.
- The final stage is an application of sodium fluoride for 5 minutes.
Important! Sometimes electrophoresis is used to speed up the remineralization procedure.
Treatment involves completing an appropriate course (15-20 sessions), since one procedure does not achieve the desired result. In order to avoid the recurrence of problems with the development of pathology in the future, you need to regularly visit the dentist and, if necessary, immediately restore the thinned layer of tooth enamel.
Who is the procedure indicated for?
Remineralization and fluoridation of teeth is prescribed for the following problems:
- sensitive reaction of enamel to temperature differences
- pathological abrasion of teeth
- recovery after orthodontic treatment
- impaired metabolism in the body
- mineral deficiency during pregnancy, menopause or puberty
- weakened enamel after professional whitening
Who should not undergo the procedure: people intolerant to remineralizing drugs, as well as those who have kidney disease and problems with the pancreas.
Remineralization of tooth enamel as professional hygiene
Professional remineralization can be carried out using various means:
Fluoride varnish
The teeth are coated with a concentrated fluoride composition, which saturates the hard tissues and helps resist carious bacteria.
Artificial enamel
Also serves to coat teeth to prevent problems with natural enamel. But if the hard tissue has already undergone negative changes, this method will not help get rid of the consequences, so it is advisable to resort to it in order to prevent the disease in the future.
Electrophoresis
One of the most popular and effective methods of deep remineralization of teeth. The procedure consists of electrotherapy with the introduction of remineralizing substances.
Remineralization of teeth at home
You can solve the problem of thinning enamel not only in the dental office, but also on your own. For this purpose, there are various lines of drugs for remineralization of teeth. It makes sense to carry out such activities without professional help only if there is no visible damage to the dental tissue.
Important!
It is optimal to remineralize teeth at home with two different pastes with fluoride and calcium. It is recommended to brush your teeth first in the morning, and the second before bed. Make sure that one product does not contain both components, since together they create a stable connection and become useless.
In order for teeth remineralization to bring the best results, you must first brush your teeth thoroughly. This will allow the drug to most effectively contact the surface of the teeth.
One of the popular methods of saturating tooth enamel at home is remineralizing teeth with salt. To do this, it is best to use sea salt powder mixed with a few drops of vegetable oil to form a paste. The resulting mass should be rubbed in in the morning and at the end of the day after the teeth have been brushed.
You can also try gum massage at home. The attending physician will tell you what kind of massage promotes the remineralization of hard dental tissues.
A properly formulated diet will help maintain a healthy balance of minerals. The more you consume foods containing calcium, fluoride and phosphorus, the lower the risk of enamel destruction. These include:
- milk, sour cream, cream, cottage cheese;
- meat products;
- cabbage, spinach, zucchini and other green vegetables;
- almonds and sesame;
- soybeans, beans, chickpeas, peas.
It is recommended to add vitamins and minerals from time to time, but it is better to ask your dentist or therapist about your specific choice.
Step-by-step instructions for using Rocs Medical Minerals gel
Rocs Medical Minerals dental gel is used as follows: 1. Rinse the oral cavity with cold running water. 2. The preparation is applied to a separate brush. 3. Using soft circular movements, it is distributed over the surface of the teeth of both the upper and lower gums. The duration of the procedure may vary and depends on the speed and quality of distribution of the drug. 4. During application, the product may foam. 5. Small ingestion of the drug with saliva will not cause harm to health. 6. After completing the procedure, do not rinse your mouth. 7. The tool for applying the product is washed under running water and placed in a glass with the bristles up to dry completely.
Means for remineralization of teeth
For modern remineralization of teeth at home, there are many effective means that can be used not only for prevention, but also for treatment.
Pastes:
JASON Sea Fresh with fluoride is a gel paste with therapeutic and prophylactic effects. Fluoride and various plant extracts protect against pathogenic bacteria and enrich the enamel.
Biorepair Total Protection Plus is an antibacterial paste, especially suitable for those who have just undergone orthodontic treatment with braces. The product is hypoallergenic. For even more effective remineralization of tooth enamel, you can supplement it with Biorepair Night Repair paste, which restores enamel overnight.
Theodent Classic - unlike other brands of toothpastes, this is the only one that contains the unique patented element theobromine. The properties of theobromine contribute not only to the restoration, but also to the production of enamel. This is the best option for caries prevention.
Twin Lotus SENSITIVITY - a paste recommended for people with increased sensitivity of teeth, as it effectively reduces pain due to aloe and acmella in the composition and strengthens the enamel.
Miradent® Mirasensitive hap+ - reduces sensitivity, while the potassium ions in the composition provide protection right down to the nerve of the tooth.
Gels:
GLOBAL WHITE is a remineralizing gel from a famous American brand. Effectively reduces the sensitivity threshold and restores weakened enamel.
Miradent® gel is an intensive protective agent for the remineralization of teeth with fluoride, recommended for the prevention of caries.
For convenient use of gels, you can purchase special trays for Diamondbrite remineralizing applications.
Mousses and foams:
GC Tooth Mousse is a mousse for the remineralization of hard dental tissues, helps reduce sensitivity, prevent plaque formation and neutralize acidity in the oral cavity. Not suitable for people with allergies to milk proteins.
Professor Persin is a restorative foam for those who do not always have the opportunity to brush their teeth. Helps reduce sensitivity, strengthen enamel and generally have a beneficial effect on oral health.
Rinse aids:
4-action BioRepair is a remineralizing rinse for people with hypersensitive teeth. Thanks to the active Microrepair® particles in the composition, it restores enamel even in the most difficult to reach places, prevents the formation of tartar and the development of caries.
The listed means of teeth remineralization can be used either independently or in addition to professional treatment. You should consult with a specialist regarding the choice of specific products for better remineralization of teeth.
Indications and contraindications for
Indications for remineralization are the following factors:
- Identifying signs of demineralization.
- Increased sensitivity of teeth to food, hot and cold.
- Plaque on the teeth.
- Sensitivity appears after teeth whitening or tartar removal.
Remineralization is a virtually harmless and safe procedure that has no contraindications. It is prohibited in one case, when the patient has an individual intolerance to the drugs used for therapy.
To keep your teeth healthy, it is important not only to maintain oral hygiene, but also to regularly visit the dental office. This will make it possible to identify diseases in the early stages and prevent their development using simple, safe, reliable and inexpensive procedures.
