Neonatal teeth the normal allotment of teeth. Most often natal teeth are mandibular central incisors. They have little root structure and are attached to the end of the gum by soft tissue and are often mobile. Most of the time, natal teeth are not related to a medical condition. However, sometimes they may be associated with: No intervention is usually recommended unless they are causing difficulty to the infant or mother. However some recommend that they be removed as the tooth can cut or amputate the tip of the tongue. They should be left in the mouth as long as possible to
Teeth cleaning and bleeding gums. Dentists and dental hygienists can instruct and demonstrate proper brushing or flossing techniques. Historically, professional tooth cleaning was sometimes referred to as "odontexesis" (literally "tooth-scraping") or "odontexis" ("scraping off"), and the instruments involved "odontoglyphs". Teeth cleaning Teeth cleaning is part of oral hygiene and involves the removal of dental plaque from teeth with the intention of preventing cavities (dental caries), gingivitis, and periodontal disease. People routinely clean their own teeth by brushing and interdental cleaning, and dental hygienists can remove hardened deposits (tartar) not removed by routine cleaning. Those with dentures and natural teeth may supplement their