Zalecenia higieniczne w obrębie jamy ustnej dla dzieci i młodzieży

*Joanna Szczepańska¹, Małgorzata Daszkowska¹, Aleksandra Hilt¹, Grażyna Marczuk-Kolada²

Summary
Good oral hygiene, appropriate diet and regular dental care are the most important factors in the child’s healthy dentition maintenance.
The aim of the study was to determine healthful recommendations and to give guidelines for the most effective dental care procedures according to the age of the patient and his dental state. Some of these activities can be performed by the child himself (home care), others require the assistance of a professional (professional procedures). The article illustrates the role of the fluoride supplementation for caries prevention. It describes toothbrushing techniques, the best size, shape and texture of the toothbrush, the convenient ingredients in the toothpaste, the necessity of regular interdental cleaning using dental floss, mini brushes, toothpicks and rinsing the mouth. The study indicates the improvement of certain aspects of hygienic care. Recommendations were made with regard to in office education of patients and their parents.

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