Dental prophylaxis in Regensburg
A healthy foundation for a strong smile
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Dental prophylaxis includes all preventive measures that prevent diseases of the teeth from developing or worsening.
At our dental practice in Regensburg, we provide you with individualised preventive care: from check-ups with PSI and oral hygiene status to professional teeth cleaning with stain removal and polishing to fluoridation and fissure sealing. Below you can see at a glance what we do and what we can do for you – explained in a compact and easy-to-understand way:
During the dental check-up, the teeth and the oral cavity are thoroughly examined by the dentist for dental, oral and jaw diseases. First, the teeth are examined and the findings are recorded in a dental chart. Then the entire oral mucosa and the tongue (base of the tongue, edges of the tongue) are examined for changes.
Then the periodontal screening index (PSI) is determined, which measures the depth of the gingival pockets. Periodontal diseases can be deduced from the latter. If necessary, the functionality of existing dentures is checked.
If necessary or depending on the individual situation, further examinations such as an X-ray examination, a sensitivity test and a percussion test of the teeth may follow. The results of all examinations are recorded.
Statutory health insurance companies cover the costs of a normal preventive check-up once every six months, with a minimum interval of 4 months. The preventive examinations can be entered in the health insurance company's bonus booklet, which is proof of regularly performed examinations at the dentist and of sufficient oral hygiene. People with statutory health insurance need the bonus booklet as proof of entitlement to an increased fixed allowance for standard dental prosthesis treatment.
The current state of oral hygiene is assessed by taking an oral hygiene status. The presence of plaque (microbial plaque) and signs of inflammation of the gingiva are recorded.
Without plaque there is no caries, without gingivitis there is no periodontitis! This simple formula is the basis for the indication of an oral hygiene status. While a plaque index provides a snapshot of the success of the last tooth brushing, the gingival inflammation status provides a picture of oral hygiene over a longer period of time, as signs of inflammation only appear after several days of poor dental hygiene.
and removal of discolorations with powder blasting equipment
Professional tooth cleaning (PZR) or tooth maintenance therapy (ZET) is a main component of individual dental prophylaxis. It is understood as a comprehensive mechanical cleaning of the teeth, which regularly supplements daily oral hygiene. As a rule, PZR includes complete removal of hidden soft and also mineralized plaque above (tartar) and below (calculus) the gums.
Cleaning is done with hand instruments (scalers) and ultrasonic devices. Subsequently, any remaining discolouration and deposits on tooth surfaces (also on dental crowns and dental bridges) are removed by using a powder blasting device. Comparable to sandblasting, a heated mixture of air, water and a special cleaning salt blows the plaque from every tooth surface and also from the interdental spaces. The teeth are then polished with a rotating rubber cup or a rotating small brush using increasingly fine prophylactic pastes to smooth the tooth surfaces and make it more difficult for plaque to build up again. Finally, all tooth surfaces are treated with a special fluoride varnish to protect the enamel and a disinfecting gel is applied to the gingival pockets.
with concept tailored to you
Once we have gained a comprehensive picture of your oral health status, we create a prophylaxis concept individually tailored to you based on all values and external influences. Here, for example, we recommend a regular time interval for professional tooth cleaning and give you individual tips for improving your daily oral hygiene.
prophylactic measure for caries prevention
Fissure sealing (tooth sealing) is the coating of the notches or depressions on the chewing surface of the teeth with a thin layer of plastic.
In contrast to filling therapy, it can be applied preventively before a carious defect develops on the tooth. With extended fissure sealing, particularly narrow or ampullary fissures are previously widened. As a rule, fissure sealants are only recommended according to the individual caries risk.
for hardening of the tooth enamel
Fluoridation is one of the main measures to prevent tooth decay. Fluoride is applied to the teeth, which strengthens the enamel and makes the development of caries less likely. The dentist applies a fluoride gel or fluoride varnish to all tooth surfaces after cleaning or treatment, and this must be left to act for one hour. During this time, the patient must not rinse their mouth and should also refrain from eating, drinking and smoking.
As part of your individual prophylaxis concept, we will also give you recommendations for regular fluoride application at home, if necessary.
Even an incipient caries that is only in the top layer of the tooth, the enamel (decalcification), can still be treated with the application of a high-percentage fluoride varnish if necessary. The fluoride can stop or slow down the process of caries formation.
for adults and children
Everyone wants beautiful, healthy teeth and gums for life. Children's and adolescents' teeth require very special care and you can never start too early! In addition to daily teeth cleaning, a healthy diet and regular dental check-ups, we offer our youngest and smallest patients an individual prevention program in our dental care school. Our prophylaxis staff patiently introduce children to dental care in an age-appropriate manner. It is particularly important to us to strengthen the personal responsibility of children and young people and to motivate them to maintain oral hygiene at home - so that their teeth and gums remain healthy into adulthood.
Prevention means preventing tooth decay and gum inflammation from developing or worsening in the first place. At our dental practice in Regensburg, this includes regular check-ups, professional teeth cleaning, fluoride treatments and, if necessary, sealants. This is always cheaper, gentler on your teeth and more pleasant than undergoing extensive treatment later on.
As a rule, it is sufficient to come in for a check-up twice a year. Statutory health insurance funds cover the cost if there is at least four months between appointments. We will be happy to enter the examinations in your bonus booklet – this may entitle you to a higher subsidy for dental prostheses later on.
We examine all teeth and document our findings in a dental chart. We then check the oral mucosa and tongue for any changes. If necessary, we also examine any existing dentures. This enables us to detect at an early stage whether caries, inflammation or periodontitis could develop anywhere.
The PSI is a brief measurement of the gum pockets. This allows us to see whether your gums are healthy or whether periodontal disease is developing. At our practice in Regensburg, we take this measurement in order to detect problems at an early stage and treat them in a targeted manner.
Yes. Regular check-ups at the dentist are usually covered by statutory health insurance twice a year. These appointments can be entered in your bonus booklet. The bonus booklet is your proof of regular visits to the dentist and ensures that you will receive a higher fixed subsidy for dental prostheses later on.
During professional teeth cleaning, we remove plaque and tartar even from areas that are difficult to reach at home. Your teeth are then polished and fluoridated. This significantly reduces the risk of tooth decay and periodontitis and ensures smoother, cleaner teeth. At our dental practice in Regensburg, professional teeth cleaning is an integral part of our preventive care programme.
After cleaning, any remaining plaque and discolouration – e.g. from coffee, tea or smoking – are gently removed using a powder jet device. A mixture of air, water and powder ‘blows’ the discolouration off the surface of the teeth and out of the spaces between them. We then polish and protect the teeth.
Yes, if the decay is only very superficial in the enamel (early decalcification), it can sometimes be stopped or slowed down with highly concentrated fluorides. Prerequisite: We detect it early – that's why regular check-ups at the dental practice in Regensburg are so important.