In many developed countries, a lot of persons even in old age have their own natural tooth, because in these countries the culture of disease prevention has well-established.
May anyone have teeth in old ages and do not need denture?
Unfortunately, there is a common disbelief among many people who think that, increasing age lead to loss teeth and can’t do anything about this. Although, we can protect out tooth even in old ages. In this case, what has to be done for a young person?
To prevent caries, it is necessary to brush teeth with fluoride toothpaste twice a day. It is also necessary to reduce the consumption of surgery material especially in repeated use for prevent gingival disease, in addition to brushing and flossing, smoking prevention is essential.
What kind of care can be taken to achieve this goal in childhood and even pregnancy?
Dental care should begin at earliest childhood. Mother also can help child’s dental and oral health by observing proper and adequate nutrition (include enough calcium) during pregnancy.
Why in developed countries many older people have their tooth and don’t loss their teeth?
If from beginning, we take care of our teeth and oral health, teeth are maintained.
Does it need extra cost to archive such a goal?
.Generally the cost of prevention is never comparable with cost of treatment and is much better