Tiffany Finger
Perio II
9.23.13
Be strong- Choose Calcium Phosphate When one thinks about it, what are the natural building blocks of teeth? The answer is simple: calcium and phosphate! Combined, these materials are much like bone in composition and range in different forms used in dentistry, such as cements, coatings, tooth replacement, and composites. Because teeth require much force and strength, calcium phosphate is an excellent choice because of it’s nontoxicity and biocompatability. Calcium phosphate can benefit nearly any patient experiencing discomfort in the oral cavity, and our role ad dental hygientists are here to help! The overall pH level of one’s oral cavity can effect bacteria mechanism in many ways. Once the pH level drops below 5.5, demineralization occurs, reculting in loss of calcium and phosphate. In this case, Fluoride suppliments are a good recommendation to help with the remineralization phase. Because Fluoride contains calcium phosphate, it collects on the enamel of the tooth, building a layer that makes the tooth more acid-resistant. This will help aid in less bacteria formation, which can overall decrease caries. Calcium Sodium Phosphate (CSP)is a mixture of compounds known to help with dental hypersensitivity, including toothpastes, desensitizing toothpastes, prophy paste, and air polishing powder. When exposed to saliva, the sodium helps resist acid, while in time the calcium and phosphate assist in remineralization. Most of the products are available on the market as of today. If one was to have a patient with cold sensitivity, it would be recommended to use the air polishing powder and polish with prophy paste. Follwing the usage, a 10 day recall would let one know how helpful the products were. Caries is an everyday process of bactria formation and hardening, resulting in demineralization. With calcium phosphate, anyone can benefit and improve their overall oral status, as well as help aid in sensitivity and remineralizion of the tooth structure. Overall, daily functions would be nearly impossible without strength from ones teeth. Be strong, use calcium phosphate!