Author of the article:
Soldatova Lyudmila Nikolaevna
Candidate of Medical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Clinical Dentistry of the St. Petersburg Medical and Social Institute, Chief Physician of the Alfa-Dent Dental Clinic, St. Petersburg
The appearance of yellow or dark plaque is a natural consequence of poor oral hygiene. Tea, coffee, smoking, and food pigments gradually stain the enamel of teeth. With proper cleaning, plaque is removed almost completely, but even under these conditions, contamination can be localized in hard-to-reach places, on the inner surface of the teeth, scratches and pits. As a result, stone formation is possible.
Eating is always favorable conditions for the appearance of plaque, since the porous carbon film on the surface of the teeth easily absorbs any coloring matter. Good toothpaste, proper care and periodic visits to the dentist will help maintain the natural color and health of your teeth. Let's talk about the main reasons for the appearance of tea plaque on teeth and ways to eliminate it.
Types of plaque on teeth
Tea is one of the most popular drinks in our country, so many people face the problem of plaque formation due to the use of this drink. The more fermented your tea is, the more likely it is that plaque will appear. Tannin, which gives the drink a bitter taste, also gives a dark tint, which actually remains on your teeth. In some cases, adding milk to tea will help avoid staining, but not everyone likes it.
If you notice that your teeth or your child’s teeth are turning yellow, remember that this may not only be a consequence of frequent tea drinking, but also evidence of dysbiosis and other troubles. In this case, the best solution would be to contact a specialist.
How to remove tea stains from teeth
There are many ways to remove plaque, all of which can be divided into professional and home ones.
It’s easy to deal with minor plaque on your own. Just remember that home remedies are not effective against old and very dark deposits.
Here it is better to consult a dentist; professional teeth cleaning 1-2 times a year can save you from many problems. To ensure that the result of care lasts for a long time, maintain it with a special paste.
There are several methods for removing plaque. One of the most popular is the use of a specialized Air-flow device, which creates a powerful stream of water. Abrasives are added to the liquid, which make it easy to remove deposits of any complexity. The procedure is usually performed without anesthesia.
Another option for professional care is ultrasonic cleaning, which can easily cope with even the densest plaque. After this procedure, the dentist polishes and grinds the surface of the teeth. The choice of method depends on the degree of contamination and your preferences.
What are the benefits and harms of green tea?
The benefits of green tea have been proven in ancient times. Modern scientists confirm the beneficial properties of tea, but at the same time they also talk about its harm.
USEFUL COMPOSITION
The beneficial qualities of green tea are explained by the content of various substances in it. Tea contains more than 500(!) elements (calcium, magnesium, fluorine, phosphorus, etc.) and almost all groups of vitamins. Also, green tea benefits due to such components as:
CAFFEINE is the main alkaloid of green tea, thanks to which our body receives a surge of strength and a portion of vigor. But green tea does not contain caffeine in its pure form; here it is called theine. Theine has a milder effect than pure caffeine, it activates a person’s mental and physical activity, increases his performance, and lifts his mood.
MINERALS in green tea contribute to the normal functioning of all body systems. Maintaining the correct balance of minerals in the body is the key to strong immunity, healthy hair, nails, teeth, etc.
CAKHETINS are good antioxidants. The most powerful antioxidant of the four main tea cahetins is approximately 35-100 times stronger than vitamins
C and E. Just one cup of green tea a day is enough for this. to provide the body with 10-40 milligrams of antioxidants. Being a strong antioxidant, green tea reduces the likelihood of cancer.
SO WHAT IS THE BENEFIT?
- Green tea is an effective diaphoretic. It is recommended to drink it at elevated temperatures, fever, and various types of inflammation.
- It is especially useful for people suffering from diseases of the kidneys and genitourinary system, and also has a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal tract and digestion in general.
- Drinking this tea has a positive effect on the functioning of the duodenum, gall bladder, liver and pancreas.
- It can increase attention and improve memory, can invigorate and relieve drowsiness, normalizes metabolism in the body and strengthens the nervous system, helps to get out of depression.
- The beneficial effects of green tea also extend to the cardiovascular system: the beneficial properties of green tea reduce the likelihood of atherosclerosis, improve the elasticity of the arteries, prevent the appearance of cholesterol plaques, increase the strength of capillaries, while the permeability of the walls of blood vessels is reduced and ascorbic acid is better absorbed.
- And he is also an excellent assistant for those who want to lose weight.
WHAT IS THE HARM?
Green tea is harmful to people suffering from nervous exhaustion. Caffeine, which is found in large quantities in green tea, stimulates the nervous system. In this regard, people suffering from nervous exhaustion may experience sleep disturbances and causeless loss of strength.
It is better not to drink green tea before bed at all, as there is a risk of insomnia. Green tea is not recommended for those who suffer from tachycardia, as well as increased excitability.
People with blood pressure problems can feel the harm of green tea. It often lowers blood pressure, so you should not drink it in large quantities if you have hypotension, and drinking green tea for acute hypertension is completely contraindicated.
If you have any chronic disease, then green tea should be drunk with caution, it can cause an exacerbation of the disease and worsen your health. For example, with peptic ulcers, drinking green tea can lead to increased acidity of gastric juice.
If you have gout, it is better not to drink green tea at all, as it is rich in purine bases!
HOW TO DRINK GREEN TEA CORRECTLY
Drinking green tea on an empty stomach is harmful, as it irritates the mucous membrane of even a healthy stomach. And if you drink green tea after eating, then on the contrary, it helps your digestion.
Green tea is much healthier if you drink it throughout the day rather than in the evening or at night. Drinking fresh green tea before bed, having a tonic effect, instead of the expected rest and sweet sleep, will give you a headache and fatigue.
Never alternate green tea with alcoholic drinks! This is a severe blow to your kidneys.
Do not take pills or other medications with green tea - it will remove all chemicals from the body, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the medications.
The harm of green tea may lie in its low-quality varieties. Try to find real, fresh green tea, not the poor version in cheap tea bags.
And remember the golden rule: EVERYTHING IS GOOD IN MODERATION. This also applies to green tea.
Store tea in tin jars with a tight-fitting lid, or better yet, in wooden boxes. Green tea cannot be stored in paper bags: they do not close tightly and allow moisture to pass through.
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Preventing tea stains on teeth
Tea lovers need to use a special whitening paste. A good option is to purchase ASEPTA PLUS, which provides gentle whitening and protection against plaque formation and unwanted pigmentation.
Advantages of ASEPTA PLUS paste:
- a unique multi-stage cleaning system that does not damage the enamel;
- content of potassium citrate and hydroxyapatite, which mineralize weakened enamel.
- calamus and eleutherococcus extracts strengthen the gums and help maintain healthy mucous membranes;
- Possibility of daily use.
Clinical researches
Clinical studies have proven that regular use of ASEPTA professional toothpaste improved the condition of the enamel by 64% and reduced tooth sensitivity by 66% after just 4 weeks.
Sources:
- Report on the determination/confirmation of the preventive properties of personal oral hygiene products “ASEPTA PLUS” Remineralization doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry
- Report on determining/confirming the preventive properties of toothpaste “ASEPTA PLUS” COFFEE and TOBACCO Author: doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky. First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry
- Report on determining/confirming the preventive properties of toothpaste “ASEPTA PLUS” GENTLE WHITENING” Author: doctor-researcher A.A. Leontyev, head Department of Preventive Dentistry, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor S.B. Ulitovsky First St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova, Department of Preventive Dentistry
- Clinical and laboratory assessment of the influence of domestic therapeutic and prophylactic toothpaste based on plant extracts on the condition of the oral cavity in patients with simple marginal gingivitis. Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor Elovikova T.M.1, Candidate of Chemical Sciences, Associate Professor Ermishina E.Yu. 2, Doctor of Technical Sciences Associate Professor Belokonova N.A. 2 Department of Therapeutic Dentistry USMU1, Department of General Chemistry USMU2
- Clinical studies of antisensitive toothpaste “Asepta Sensitive” (A.A. Leontyev, O.V. Kalinina, S.B. Ulitovsky) A.A. LEONTIEV, dentist O.V. KALININA, dentist S.B. ULITOVSKY, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Prof. Department of Therapeutic Dentistry, St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I.P. Pavlova
- The role of anti-inflammatory rinse in the treatment of periodontal diseases (L.Yu. Orekhova, A.A. Leontyev, S.B. Ulitovsky) L.Yu. OREKHOVA, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Prof., Head of Department; A.A. LEONTIEV, dentist; S.B. ULITOVSKY, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Prof. Department of Therapeutic Dentistry of St. Petersburg State Medical University named after. acad. I. P. Pavlova
What should you eat to keep your teeth as healthy as possible?
Give preference to raw vegetables and hard fruits such as carrots, cabbage, radishes, apples, and bell peppers. They train your gums and cleanse your teeth of plaque.
For dental and oral health in general, all foods that contain significant amounts of calcium, fluorine, zinc, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamins A, K, D, B6, B9, B12, E and C, protein, arginine, casein and phosphates, Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, antioxidants. It is advisable to regularly consume greens (for example, dill, celery, parsley, cilantro), leafy vegetables (lettuce, spinach and others), nuts, seeds, whole grains, chicken eggs, garlic, ginger, cheese, cottage cheese, yogurt, white meat , lean beef, fish, shrimp, legumes (soybeans, lentils, beans), mushrooms, buckwheat, oats, raisins, wholemeal and bran bread.
You can moderately consume natural sweets, for example, honey (it is better to eat it with honeycombs, chewing which improves the condition of teeth and gums). You should also eat dried fruits. They are rich in vitamins, contain natural (unrefined) saccharides, and chewing them is good for your teeth. Fresh berries and fruits that are good for teeth include rose hips, strawberries, grapes, cherries, currants, peaches, plums, and pineapples. Unsweetened green tea, especially consumed after meals, is also beneficial for the oral cavity, as it contains polyphenols and fluorides, destroys many pathogens, inhibits the growth of bacteria, neutralizes acid, prevents tooth loss and reduces gum inflammation.
Plant products containing anthocyanins (for example, cranberries, blueberries, raspberries, red cabbage, eggplant, black rice) prevent the appearance and development of pathogens on teeth. Fermented milk products, due to the content of probiotics in them, prevent the proliferation of pathogens in the oral cavity.
We can conclude: maintaining dental health by eating right is not difficult. Unfortunately, many people from childhood ate the wrong things and the wrong things, which caused various dental problems. If your teeth are significantly damaged, partially or completely lost, prosthetics made using one of the advanced techniques will return you to the ability to eat without difficulty or inconvenience.
