Fixing Gum Diseases

DENTAL ISSUES

Brushing removes plaque from dental surfaces.Flossing daily eliminates food and plaque from the teeth and gums. To avoid gum injury, consult your dentist before using them.Gingivitis, bad breath, and plaque are all prevented by using mouthwash

Gum Disease

Gum disease or periodontitis or periodontal disease, is brought on by bacteria in the mouth and can result in the loss of teeth because it damages the tissue that surrounds the teeth.

Between gingivitis and periodontitis, there is a distinction. Gingivitis, often known as gum inflammation, commonly happens before periodontitis (gum disease). Periodontitis may not always develop from gingivitis, though. Most people will experience gingivitis at some point in their lives, but because the symptoms are so minor, it is simple to ignore them. However, if you don't get treatment, it could develop into more significant problems for your mouth. The good news is that by brushingtwice a day, flossingonce a day, and visiting the dentist regularly for check-ups and cleanings of the teeth,can preventor even reverse gum disease.

The bacteria in plaque that were already present in the early stages of gingivitis continue to multiply, inflaming the gums and making them more prone to bleeding when the teeth are brushed. The teeth are firmly embedded in their sockets, despite the fact that the gums may be inflamed. There is now no permanent damage to the bone or any other tissues.

Plaque, a sticky coating of bacteria and food that forms around your teeth when you neglect to brush, floss, and rinse with mouthwash. As a result of the muck, your teeth's enamel is attacked by acids, which leads to deterioration. After sometime, plaque becomes tartar, which makes it difficult to thoroughly clean your teeth and gums and forms along the gum line. This accumulation irritates and inflames gums, leading to gingivitis.

Toxins produced by bacteria in plaque and "good" enzymes the body produces as part of the process of fighting infections cause the bone and connective tissue that hold teeth in their proper positions to begin to deteriorate. The spaces around the teeth deepen as the disease spreads, and more bone and gum tissue are lost. The teeth become loose and eventually fall out when this happens because they are no longer fixed in their ideal places. Adults with gum disease are more likely than those without, to lose their teeth.

Causes

Gum disease is primarily caused by plaque. Periodontal disease can have additional causes, however. Among these are:

Due to the increased sensitivity of their gums brought on by hormonal changes, people who are pregnant, going through puberty, going through menopause, or who have monthly periods are more likely to develop gingivitis. The health of your gums might be affected by illness. Conditions that weaken the immune system fall into this category.

Some medications reduce saliva production, which is beneficial to oral health since it helps keep teeth and gums healthy. Gum tissue abnormalities have been linked to the use of certain medications as well. Habits like smoking reduce the gums' ability to heal.

Gingivitis is aided in its progression by neglectful oral hygiene practises like not brushing and flossing regularly.

Gingivitis begins as a result of a person's genetic susceptibility to gum disease.

Symptoms and prevention of Gum Disease

Symptoms include bleeding gums, red gums, bad breath or taste, gum recession, deep gum and tooth pockets, teeth shift, changes in bite or partial denture fit.

Plaque control can correct gingivitis and prevent gum disease in almost all cases. Plaque control requires twice-yearly cleanings and daily brushing and flossing.Double-brush your teeth. Use fluoride toothpaste with soft bristles. If the bristles fray, replace your toothbrush every three months. Worn toothbrushes don't clean as well. Brushing removes plaque from dental surfaces.Flossing daily eliminates food and plaque from the teeth and gums. To avoid gum injury, consult your dentist before using them.Gingivitis, bad breath, and plaque are all prevented by using mouthwash. Ask your dentist about mouthwash.

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