In the past of our primitive ancestors, wisdom teeth played
a significant role in chewing, essential for supporting the digestion of very
hard foods. But with the change of the human diet with more digestible foods,
the jaws of modern man have shrunk, and the wisdom teeth have taken on an
insignificant role. However, healthy wisdom teeth remain useful if they have
enough space to form and grow in the correct positions, on the dental arch, and
oral hygiene is essential for their health.
What does proper oral hygiene entail?
First of all, it is very important to know that proper oral hygiene means a daily routine of cleaning the entire oral cavity, and not just the teeth. Thus, you must also pay attention to the cleaning of the tongue, gums and cheeks.
Proper oral hygiene involves brushing teeth, but also the use of adjuvant means of hygiene: dental floss, mouthwash and dental shower.
Oral care is also essential in the case of wisdom tooth extraction Buffalo Grove has available, when you need to avoid infections. In the first 24 hours, it is forbidden to rinse your mouth (with any solution), as well as to brush your teeth. Rinsing the mouth after main meals and brushing your teeth with a soft toothbrush can only be resumed the next day, after extraction.
