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Since got time today, so decide to  pay my dentist a visit. Was quite looking forward to it, as I wanted to know the status of my teeth after my last visit to her since 2007. Actually had visited the dentist at camp but somehow wasn’t that satisfied with the care they provided. So decide to visit my dentist for an update.

Upon starting the treatment, she notice that one of the tooth at the bottom is showing signs of decay. The amazing thing about this decay is that, you won’t even know it existed, as its not those decay that happen on the tooth surface where it has the black thingy. This one starts near the gum area and when I touch it with my finger, it has this rough rough feeling. Lucky thing is that, its not that serious. So a simple filling will solve the problem. Well… quite sad to hear the news, cos I always thought I had taken care of my teeth well. But somehow not sure how come still got such problem.

Apart from that, she also helped to clean up my teeth. This is another tedious procedure for her, as she will have to dig out all the tartar (thats the result of plague being built up that is trapped in between the teeth). She actually managed to dig out small stone like particles in between the teeth . So now, apart from brushing, have to focus on flossing as well. Since she said that flossing will help to prevent gum disease which is a bigger problem than tooth decay.

Well.. its such times where I am glad that I make it a point to visit my dentist regularly. Especially since my teeth are crooked and crowded. So it essential to get professional dental treatment to make sure my teeth are well taken care. Which of course will always lead to the question if I am keen to put braces. The purpose is not so much for the appearance, but to minimize the risk of tooth decay or gum disease due to no proper dental care.

Ok… Have to include a new routine into my night brushing now, that will be to floss the teeth to make sure its really clean. Furthermore, she will teach me how to floss during my next appointment when I do the filling.

Ohh.. what a day!!