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There are 7 signs of gum disease
1.Your gums bleed easily
2.Your gums are very red, tender or swollen
3.You can see pus in between your teeth and gums when they are pressed
4.Your gums seem to be pulling away from your teeth
5.You have chronic bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth
6.You notice a change in the way you bite or in the way your teeth fit together
7.Your teeth are loosing or they are separating
What else can I help you with?
How do you know if your gum disease is advanced?
Advanced gum disease is usually identified by deep periodontal pockets (6mm or more). Teeth that are loose can also be associated with advanced gum disease. Ask your dentist or dental hygienist evaluate your specific situation.
Physicians and dentists are concerned that gum disease is linked to?
Heart disease is linked to gum disease.
Is gum disease a respiratory disease?
no
Can sugarless gum cause gum disease?
No.
Can you get gum deses from a cavity?
Yes, a cavity can contribute to gum disease. Both conditions are caused by bacteria in plaque. An untreated cavity, especially one near the gum line, can lead to inflammation and infection of the gums, which is a key step toward gum disease.
After bacterially caused gum disease the next most common cause of gum disease?
smoking and eating chewing tobacco
Can kids have gum disease?
yes
What disease affects the gum?
Gingavitis
Does nicorette gum cause gum disease?
Nicorette gum contains nicotine, the addictive ingredient in cigarettes. While nicotine does not 'cause' gum disease, it has been shown to contribute to the severity of the disease. Nicotine is toxic to cells called fibroblasts. Fibroblasts are cells that create and rebuild connective tissue in the body. Connective tissue is destroyed in gum disease, and when fibroblast function is impaired by nicotine, the body's ability to fight off the disease is significantly limited. Therefore, gum disease generally tends to be more severe in people who ingest or inhale nicotine.
What disease can result in destruction of tissues surrounding the tooth?
gum disease
Can you catch gum disease when a person has bad breath?
Gum disease is not contagious it comes from poor dental care. Brush and floss regularly.
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".
