Why is the gap between the teeth getting bigger and bigger, this action is actually harmful, I knew it earlier

In the saying of the older generation: a big gap between the teeth is a symbol of leakage of wealth! But in fact this is just superstition. However, the large gap between the teeth does affect a person's appearance and health.

In life, many people have always had very neat teeth before, but in recent years, the gap between their teeth has become wider and wider. Every time they eat for a few minutes and pick their teeth for an hour.

The interdental space, also known as the interdental space clinically, is the natural gap between the teeth! There are many factors that lead to large gaps between teeth, such as the influence of tooth replacement. This situation mostly occurs after permanent teeth are replaced by deciduous teeth. Due to the underdevelopment of permanent teeth, the entire tooth body is small and the gap between teeth will become larger!

In addition, some oral diseases are also the reasons for the enlargement of the gap between the teeth, such as untreated caries, or gingivitis, periodontal disease, etc. If not treated scientifically, it will lead to damage to the gums and gaps between the teeth getting wider. Moreover, with the continuous development of periodontal disease, not only will there be gaps in the teeth, but also many problems such as periodontal abscess, loose teeth, bad breath, and even tooth loss!

However, there are also many people in life who have no disease in their oral cavity, but the gap between their teeth is getting wider and wider. As everyone knows, a small habit in life that seems to be a common thing will also become the real culprit behind the big gap between the teeth. It is the "toothpick"!

The toothpicks purchased in the market are basically made of bamboo, wood and other materials. Although the toothpick looks very slender, compared with the human teeth, the small toothpick is also a giant! Moreover, since the inside of the mouth cannot be seen completely during the process of flossing, it is easy to damage the gums if you are not careful, and over time, problems such as gum recession and exposed tooth roots may occur.

Since the shape of the teeth is that the root is small and the upper part is large, if the gums have already receded, the gap between the teeth will become larger and larger, and the frequency of food residues getting stuck will become higher and higher. Vicious circle. Eventually, the root of the tooth loses its original protection, and the loose or falling tooth will find itself!

Some friends are compulsive, thinking that only by squeezing the toothpick into the interdental papilla area, or if there must be bleeding gums, can the teeth be cleaned, but they do not know that this is a serious contusion to the gums!

In addition to causing gum recession, toothpicks can also damage tooth enamel!

As we all know, the surface of the teeth is covered with a layer of enamel, and its function is to protect the dentin. The enamel at the root of the tooth is actually very weak, and it is easy to wear the enamel with a hard toothpick. After the enamel is damaged, the teeth will become more and more sensitive, and a little hot and cold stimulation will cause instant toothache.

This is not the most terrible. According to the investigation of the health department, a toothpick that does not meet the hygiene standards may hide tens of thousands of bacteria. If a sharp toothpick accidentally stabs the gums, it is easy to cause bacterial infection and lead to gum infection. Inflammation appears!

Therefore, you should pay attention to oral hygiene in daily life and actively treat oral diseases that appear. At the same time, you should also pay attention to the use of toothpicks. Under the conditions, you can discard the original toothpick and choose a dental floss that is more beneficial to the teeth, which can not only thoroughly clean the gap between the teeth, but also effectively avoid tooth damage.