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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.
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.
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.
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
What diseases are caused by cigars?
Lung disease, heart disease, skin disease, mouth/gum disease, heart attack, stroke, Yes. It's such a joy. Not really. Please, do all you can to stop your addiction! You can save your own life.
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
