Taking care of your gums is essential if you want to enjoy better oral health, which in turn benefits your whole body. We show you how…
You’ve come to the right place if:
Maybe you’ve noticed traces of red when biting into an apple. You’re not alone. Bleeding gums are very common. But you must treat it as a warning sign.
It could mean you have an early stage of gum disease known as gingivitis (other symptoms can include dark red, soft, sensitive gums and bad breath). The main cause of gingivitis is a build-up of bacterial plaque.
IMPORTANT: The good news is that, in many cases, you can deal with and prevent gingivitis by committing to a great oral health routine. (You’ve come to the right place. Please see the steps below!)
As ever, it’s also important to make regular visits to your dentist and dental hygienist.
When not treated, gingivitis can lead to periodontitis – an inflammation of the tissues that hold in place and support the teeth. If periodontitis is left untreated you risk losing a tooth. Please see your dental professional if you have any concerns.
Get your gum health right and you give yourself an incredible foundation for a healthy mouth. A great starting point is to understand the following…
The idea that we should brush hard with a hard brush is simply not true. The sulcus – the groove between the teeth and gums – is a breeding ground for the bacteria that form plaque. But it’s very difficult to clean with a hard toothbrush – hard bristles simply can’t adapt to the structured surface of the sulcus.
This can lead to two unfortunate scenarios.
Both scenarios can lead to receding gums.
This exposes the “neck” of the tooth that sits between the crown and the root, which can lead to the pain of sensitive teeth… followed by decay, infection, gingivitis, periodontitis and eventually even tooth loss.
Please see your dentist if you have receding gums.
Fortunately, you can avoid further recession by learning to brush the right way.
Gums are soft and need to be cleaned gently. Which is why dental professionals recommend gentle, fine filaments – and lots of them!
The stylish Curaprox CS 5460 toothbrush is so called because it features 5,460 fine and gentle Curen® filaments (instead of conventional nylon) – each 0.1mm in diameter. This is a super-dense, cleaning surface like no other. The CS 5460 is therefore exceptionally effective and ensures no damage to the gums. The CS 5460’s many fine filaments gently and effectively clean the entire sulcus – without causing any injury.
That’s why dentists, dental hygienists and customers all recommend it. It’s also why we proudly boast that “gums love this toothbrush”.
Here's our essential guide to brushing with the simple - and best - technique.
Use the CS 5460 in conjunction with SLS-free Curaprox Enzycal toothpaste, which support the protective function of the saliva to clean effectively while eliminating the potentially harmful ingredients used in other toothpastes on the market.
This is the way to brush if you want to:
