CANTIKA.COM, Jakarta – According to the World Health Organization (WHO), oral health is a key indicator of overall health, well-being and quality of life. Oral health is defined by WHO as a state of being free from oral and facial pain, mouth and throat cancer, infections and mouth sores, periodontal (gum) disease, tooth decay, tooth loss, and other diseases and disorders. Impaired oral health can limit an individual’s capacity for biting, chewing, smiling, speaking, and psychosocial well-being.
A number of studies have shown a strong relationship between poor oral health and chronic disease such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke. Meanwhile, poor oral and dental conditions in pregnant women can also cause premature labor, low birth weight, pre-eclampsia, loose teeth, cavities, erosion, and pregnancy tumors.
Dentist Mirza says if the danger is not taking care dental health and mouth, is currently still less attention by the wider community. In fact, the mouth and teeth are one of the keys to having a comprehensive and optimal body health. If dental and oral health is not maintained, many diseases lurk, such as mouth and throat cancer, tooth decay, diabetes and an increased risk of pregnancy.
“Therefore, it is very important for us to maintain dental and oral health, especially during a pandemic where viruses and bacteria are more susceptible to entering through the mouth. In addition, by maintaining dental and oral hygiene, food and beverage intake will be processed better so that it can be processed properly. optimally received by the digestive system,” he explained through a press release.
Illustration of a doctor checking a child’s oral health. .drgreene.com
Oral hygiene has an important role in maintaining overall health. Regular brushing habits can help reduce the incidence of disease and protect against cardio-metabolic risk factors.
In Indonesia, it was reported that the prevalence of adolescent dental and oral health problems increased from 25 percent in 2013 to 56 ordinary in 2018, and 73 ordinary people had suffered from caries in 2018. This proves that efforts to increase awareness of the importance of maintaining oral health and hygiene in the community are still ongoing. needs to be improved.
“Many factors can affect a person’s oral and dental health, one of which is habits and lifestyle, such as rarely brushing teeth, not having regular check-ups with the dentist, and so on. Therefore, it is important for parents to get their children to brush their teeth regularly from an early age and regularly check their teeth and mouth every six months, so that this habit can be maintained into adulthood,” he said.
In brushing your teeth, it takes precision and the right technique so that all food debris and plaque can be removed. However, sometimes there are areas that are still difficult to reach with a regular toothbrush.
To solve this problem, Philips introduced the Sonicare 1000 and 3000 series, electric toothbrushes that provide a powerful yet gentle cleaning experience on teeth and gums. With Advanced Sonicare Technology, this toothbrush is able to remove up to 3 times more plaque than a manual toothbrush. Several studies have also shown that electric toothbrushes reduce plaque on teeth better than regular toothbrushes. Using an electric toothbrush resulted in 22 percent less gum recession and 18 percent less tooth decay over 11 years.
Pim Preesman, President Director of Philips Indonesia, said, “Philips Indonesia, in its mission to improve people’s lives, continues to be committed to increasing public awareness of the importance of oral health by sharing insights and presenting the best health products to create a healthier and more sustainable world through innovation. .
“The products we bring to the market, are designed with the most advanced technology to help clean teeth better and more effectively. We hope that our cutting-edge solutions can be the best partner for more people in achieving optimal oral hygiene and health,” he concluded.
The Philips Sonicare 3000 Series and 1000 Series electric toothbrushes are equipped with a 2-minute SmarTimer technology and a 30-second QuadPacer to self-timer for thorough oral cleansing. This toothbrush delivers up to 31,000 bristle vibrations per minute which is strong but gentle on the teeth and gums, creating micro bubbles between the teeth and along the gum line for a refreshing sensation.
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