Are your teeth and gums sensitive or sore? · Are your gums red and swollen? · Do your teeth and gums bleed when you brush? · Do you have Bad Breath? These are all signs of Gum Disease.
This is a condition caused by bacteria that has been left on the teeth and gums.
The bacteria attack the gums which surround and support the teeth causing tissue loss and in severe cases bone loss.
All this can eventually lead to tooth loss.
The bacteria harden on the teeth forming a substance known as plaque.
If this plaque is not removed Gum Disease will be inevitable.
There are 3 stages of Gum Disease: Gingivitis is the earliest stage of Gum Disease.
At this stage the tissue and bone around the teeth have not been affected.
If diagnosed early Gingivitis can be reversed.
It is usually caused by insufficient brushing or flossing and general lack of oral care.
Signs of Gingivitis are: Red or swollen gums Bleeding when brushing Visible plaque or tartar around the gum line Gum recession Bad Breath and or Bad taste in your mouth Gums that have separated, or pulled away, from your teeth, creating a pocket Changes in the way your teeth fit together when you bite Pus coming from between your teeth and gums If left untreated Gingivitis will worsen.
The tissue supporting the teeth will start to pull away from the gum creating gum pockets which will trap food and bacteria.
When gum disease gets to this stage it is known as Periodontal Disease (the word Periodontal means 'around the tooth') Chronic Periodontitis: is an aggressive form of gum disease this is when the bacteria have reached the roots of the teeth and the infection continues to worsen.
The gums recede causing sensitivity.
Aggressive Periodontitis: is when the gum supporting the teeth is destroyed by the bacteria and the teeth become loose...
leaving no other option but to remove the teeth.
That is if they haven't fallen out already! Around 75% of people show some signs of gum disease.
Anyone of any age is at risk and there are many causes The main causes of Gum Disease/Gingivitis are: Insufficient Brushing/flossing Smoking Certain Medications i.
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epilepsy medication, steroids and some contraceptive medicines Diet/lifestyle Genetics How to Cure Gum Disease Develop good brushing and flossing habits this includes brushing gums as well as teeth at least twice a day.
Visit a Dentist or Dental Hygienist every 3-6 months depending on the severity Cut back or even better quit smoking Eat a healthy diet While these tips help to keep the disease at bay they do not cure the disease.
The problem with conventional treatments is that they only tackle one aspect of the disease.
If you have tried one dimensional treatments like antibacterial toothpaste or mouth-wash and failed, then it's probably because there are other elements and root causes that you have not dealt with.
It is in all our best interests to keep our teeth and gums healthy and free from this terrible disease.
Just think if your mouth is full of bacteria and germs how this is affecting the rest of your body.
Bacteria from the mouth can be inhaled into the lungs resulting in lung disease along with other major illnesses such as heart disease.
If you are suffering from any symptoms mentioned in the article then you could be suffering from Gum Disease...
seek advice now before it's too late.