I’m a dentist – yes, we use a secret code when checking your rodents, but you’ll never hear us say the word ‘four’

A DENTIST has revealed the secret code they use when looking at their rodents.

For some, going to the dentist is a stressful experience, especially when you have no idea what anyone is saying about your smile.

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Luckily, Dr. Onkar from the UK took to social media to explain the secret code to put you at ease.

Many dentists will explain if there is a problem after they take their hands out of your mouth, but of course we want to know what they are saying while they are picking at your teeth.

London dentist Dr. Onkar Mudhar took to TikTok to share “what the code means”.

“You come see us, the dentists, and we poke your gums and tell you some numbers,” he explained.

“One, two, three or four. Sometimes it hurts and you get mad at us because it doesn’t seem Coolother times it’s not really a problem, but I know you’re thinking, ‘what are they saying about me?’.”

During a check-up, dentists will use a gum probe with a ball tip, which is blunt, to ‘poke your gums’.

And while they do this, they often say numbers between zero and four – and while many have no idea what that means, Dr. Onkar has cracked the code for us.

The best thing you can hear when your dentist is poking your gums is zero, which, according to Dr. Mudhar, means it’s as “healthy” as possible.

But if you hear number one, it means “you have bleeding in the lacunae, which is caused by inflammation.”

He revealed that the number two means you have plaque build-up “similar to limescale in the kettle”.

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If the dentist says three, it means there is a little more bleeding and inflammation, which means you need to improve your oral hygiene as soon as possible.

Lastly is number four, something you definitely don’t want to hear. as it means ‘complete gum disease’.

The dentist warned that this means you “need to see a specialist or ask your dentist to start treating this before it progresses.”

For those who feel some pain, the dentist said it’s not because he’s being rough, it’s because the gums are inflamed.

Are you brushing your teeth correctly?

Dentists recommend brushing your teeth at least twice a day, preferably in the morning and before bed.

Dr Rhona Eskander, dentist and co-founder of PÄRLA Toothpaste Tabs, says: “Brushing should last approximately two minutes at a time.

“Brush gently in circular motions, ensuring you cover all surfaces of your teeth.”

Not very difficult

Dentist Dr Alfonso Rao, or Define Clinic, Beaconsfield, Bucks said it is essential to strike a balance between brushing effectively and not applying too much pressure.

“Brushing too hard can cause damage to the soft tissue and surface of the tooth,” he said.

Which toothpaste?

Dr Eskander recommends using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, as fluoride helps prevent tooth decay.

“You can also choose toothpaste with ingredients like baking soda for whitening or potassium nitrate for sensitivity.”

Don’t spit

Faizan Zaheer from Bupa Dental Care says: “People tend to rinse their mouths after brushing.

“However, this causes fluoride to be removed from the teeth, meaning it cannot benefit from strengthening the minerals in the enamel.”

Rinsing with mouthwash is another habit we should give up.

Faizan says: “It generally has a lower fluoride concentration than toothpaste.

“Therefore, it will dilute the fluoride concentration in the mouth if used after brushing.”

Wait after eating

It’s not uncommon for people to brush their teeth right after breakfast. But wait at least half an hour before doing so, experts say.

Famous Harley Street dentist Dr Richard Marques said: “The precious enamel that covers your teeth is temporarily weakened after eating due to the acids in food, so if you brush straight after eating you run the risk of damaging it. ”.

Use dental floss every day

Using dental floss or small interdental brushes removes bacteria from between teeth.

Changing the toothbrush head

It is recommended to change the toothbrush head for electric toothbrushes at least once every three months.

Dr. Viren Vithlani, specialist periodontist and co-founder of MyMouth, explained: “The main reason for this is that you tend to notice that the brush bristles become wider over time and then they become less effective, so you are not removing the plaque and bacteria with the same effectiveness.

“This means you are potentially leaving more bacteria on your teeth, which increases your risk of gum problems or cavities.

“The second reason is from a hygiene point of view.

“Most people leave their brushes out and not covered, so you tend to get bacteria colonizing the brush bristles.”

Tongue cleaning

Your tongue can also harbor bacteria, which can cause bad breath, so keeping it clean is vital.

You can use a tongue scraper for this or even your toothbrush.

Brush gently from side to side and back and forth, before rinsing your mouth with water or mouthwash.

Dr Mudhar added: “This is not sharp, it cannot traumatize the gums. In fact, it is blunt.”

If you feel “lost in the code when talking to your dentist,” Dr. Mudhar encouraged people to tell their dentist — especially if you feel pain during the exam and don’t know why.

The clip soon went viral on TikTok @Dronkarmudhar with more than 300 thousand views and 22 thousand likes.

People quickly took to the comments to share their experience at the dentist’s office.

One person wrote: “I didn’t think the dentist was just counting how many teeth I had in my mouth all these years.”

Another commented: “Mine said 4, 4, 4, it makes sense now. I never went back because I was traumatized.”

“I never paid attention before, but now I’m going to be embarrassed by my numbers,” wrote a third.

Meanwhile, a fourth said: “That was perfectly timed, I had a check-up today.”

“Thanks, I love hearing things like that!” claimed a fifth

Someone else added: “Thanks for reminding me to floss today.”

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