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Answer: Common signs of gum disease include red, swollen, or bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, and loose teeth. Preventing gum disease involves maintaining good oral hygiene by brushing and flossing regularly, avoiding tobacco use, eating a healthy diet, and visiting your dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings.
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How can gum disease be prevented?
Gum Disease can be prevented by maintaining good oral hygiene.
What is one of the first indicators of gum disease?
One of the earliest signs of gum disease, or gingivitis, is gums that bleed easily during brushing or flossing. You may also notice your gums are redder, swollen, and feel tender to the touch, often without any pain.
What is a gum disease?
"Gum disease" is a non-medical way to describe any disease that affects the gums in your mouth. One of the most common gum diseases is gingivitis, which is inflammation of the gingiva or gums - signs include bleeding from the gums, swelling, pain and redness of the gums. However, there are other diseases include cancer of the gingiva that are also classified as "gum disease".
How Can Tooth Decay and Gum Disease Be Prevented?
Eat healthy foods like vegetables and fruits. brush your teeth every day. floss your teeth every day.use mouth wash everyday after you brush and floss. do this every day and you should have no tooth decay and gum disease at all.
Physicians and dentists are concerned that gum disease is linked to?
Heart disease is linked to gum disease.
Can sugarless gum cause gum disease?
No.
Is gum disease a respiratory disease?
no
Can baking soda cure gum disease?
No, baking soda cannot 'cure' gum disease (periodontal disease). Currently, there is no universal cure for gum disease. Gum disease can usually be effectively 'controlled' with proper care and treatment, but once periodontal disease has been diagnosed, the signs and symptoms can return at any time. Periodontal disease is differentiated from simple gingivitis (inflammation of the gums) by the loss of periodontal attachment, that is the destruction of the tissue surrounding the teeth that attach the tooth to the jaw. A dentist or dental hygienist can examine your teeth and gums and tell you if you have periodontal disease or gingivitis. Baking soda can be incorporated into the treatment of gum disease, but has never been demonstrated to be effective in the control of gum disease by itself. The first step in controlling gum disease is determining the cause of the disease and the extent of the condition. The most common cause of gum disease is long-term poor oral hygiene and lack of professional care in a dental office. If caught early, gum disease can usually be controlled with improved oral hygiene and non-surgical treatment in a dental office. If the disease is advanced or severe, sometimes surgery is necessary to get the condition under control. Other factors that impact gum disease include smoking, worn out dental fillings or crowns, systemic conditions such as diabetes, a family history of gum disease (genetic predisposition), some medications, and inadequate nutrition. The best course of action is to see a qualified dentist and follow his/her advice.
Can gum disease be prevented?
The teeth should be brushed and flossed daily, after meals. Fifteen minutes per day should be spent massaging the gums with eucalyptus, witch hazel, or vitamin E
How can periodontal disease be prevented?
Preventing periodontal disease starts with daily brushing and flossing, regular dental cleanings, and early intervention by a specialist. At Periodontal and Implant Surgeons of Houston, we emphasize prevention because untreated gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss and complications with your dental implant in Houston. Healthy gums are the foundation for successful implants and long-term oral health.
After bacterially caused gum disease the next most common cause of gum disease?
smoking and eating chewing tobacco
Can kids have gum disease?
yes
