Gum Disease

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Getting Gum Disease is Self-Inflicted In almost all cases, gum disease is a self-inflicted ailment caused by improper cleaning of the teeth and gums. Food trapped under the gums combines with bacteria to create plaque, a "toxic stew" that irritates the gums and makes them bleed. This colorless film of sticky material containing food particles, bacteria, and saliva attaches itself to the tooth above and below the gum line encouraging advanced gum disease and tooth decay. Then plaque, the "toxic stew," hardens into tartar (calculus) in just 24 hours. By then the damage is done -- only a dentist can remove tartar. Each day this "contaminated crust" grows and inflames the gums. That's why you need to remove plaque every day, no matter what, to avoid advanced gum disease. But brushing alone does not remove the plaque. Curing Gum Disease is Self-Directed The good news is that you can also be responsible for reversing and preventing all but the most serious forms of periodontitis.

Regardless of what happens in the dental chair, it's what happens in your bathroom that determines the success or failure of your gum disease treatment. Unfortunately, most home remedies such as salves and creams merely treat the inflammatory symptoms and don't remove the popcorn kernels or the plaque build up that ultimately leads to gingivitis and periodontitis. Reversing and preventing gum disease is all about daily plaque control. That means, in most cases, stopping the plaque in your mouth is really in your own hands. Brushing every day is a good start, but it is not enough. Oral Irrigation is an Effective Gum Disease Treatment Dental professionals recommend oral irrigation as an effective way to implement daily plaque control.

Attaching to a water source such as a sink tap, oral irrigators flood the mouth and gum pockets with a jet of water under pressure to flush offending food particles and bacteria from below the gum line. In fact, research at the UNMC College of Dentistry, Lincoln, NE indicates "that when combined with brushing, oral irrigation is an effective alternative to brushing and flossing for reducing bleeding, gingival inflammation, and plaque removal." Some Dentist's still recommend flossing. The site of the infection is anywhere from 4 to 10 mm deep in the gum tissue. Your teeth are not infected, your gums are. The floss will reach 2 or 3 mm at most. The big question here is, "How does rubbing a piece of string (floss) on my tooth cure an infection deep into my gums? If I told my Doctor I was gong to rub string on the infection on my arm to cure it, he would have me committed. We bandage and put dressings on wounds to keep them clean and prevent infection. You must keep the infected site clean on a daily basis. Floss will not do it. Oral irrigation is effective for another reason. Unlike flossing, irrigating is a pleasant experience you will want to repeat every day. And it takes only 15 seconds.

The most common electric tank irrigator is the WaterPik. The most common shower irrigator is OralBreeze.

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PYORRHEA IS A discharge of pus (short simple answer). Commonly, when we talk about "pyorrhea", we are refering to a dental disease. In it's advanced form, there will be a formation of pus between the bottom (roots) of the tooth and the gums around it. Many times it will cause the loosening of the tooth also. Anyone who thinks that they may have it, or starting to have it, should see their dentist ASAP!

baby teeth (deciduous teeth) are generally whiter than permanent teeth. i.e. milk teeth are white, permanent ones are creamy yellow. of course this is different for everyone

You could check with your dentist but the two most common causes are high fever and taking too much iron. No, too much fluoride is usually the cause. Happens if children swallow too much fluoride toothpaste.

Products containing the ingredients hydrated silica , in particular, should be avoided when gum disease, tooth decay, sensitivity and receding gums are present. While these ingredients can remove tartar and make teeth whiter in appearance, they also may do harm to dental health by altering the acidic balance of the mouth, gums and tongue.

* Poor oral hygiene, such as not brushing and flossing enough every day. You should brush at least three times a day and try to floss after every meal. * Hormonal changes caused especially by pregnancy, puberty and menopause. * Bad habits, especially smoking. * Certain medications that reduce the saliva in the mouth, such as Dilantin, or Adalat. * Certain diseases like diabetes, cancer, or HIV.

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Seriously though, we all know visiting the dentist can be a hassle and expensive.

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Smoking does not 'cause' gum disease per se. However, smoking is considered a significant risk factor for gum disease. A risk factor is something that may make a person more susceptible to a disease. There are several recognized risk factors for gum disease. Poor oral hygiene, diabetes, genetics, and age, along with smoking are all considered common risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis).

Gum disease is an infection caused by bacteria that colonize in the space (pocket or sulcus) between the teeth and gums. The body reacts to these bacteria with an immune response in which the tissue, including gum tissue, connective tissue, and bone, are slowly destroyed. If enough tissue surrounding the teeth is destroyed, the teeth eventually lose enough supporting structure that they can no longer withstand the forces of biting and chewing. The teeth will become loose and can be lost. Once the teeth have been lost, the infection goes away, because there is no longer a space (sulcus) for the bacteria to colonize.

Smoking is a risk factor for gum disease because the the chemicals in inhaled smoke interfere with the body's ability to repair damaged tissues. Smoking cuts down on the blood supply because it is vasoconstrictive . It limits the the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the tissue. It is also known that nicotine is toxic to cells called fibroblasts, which are responsible for manufacturing new connective tissue. The less fibroblasts work, the more rapid the progression of gum disease.

The American Association of Periodontists (gum specialists) (www.perio.org) has determined that smoking may be the single most significant risk factor for advanced severe gum disease. In a study published several years ago, over 50% of all Americans who had advanced gum disease were either current or past smokers.

While smoking is a significant risk factor, gum disease is a multi-factorial condition. Quiting smoking can go a long way toward minimizing the progression of the disease, but other factors need to be taken into consideration in any effort to control the disease. Your best option is to discuss your particular condition with your dentist and dental hygienist. They are able to assess the situation and make the best recommendations for countering the disease. camron handcock

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A saline solution is a great healer. As a boy (I am now 72) we often used a salt water solution for mouth ulcers.

According to the most recent "NADP/DDPA Joint Report: Enrollment," at the end of 2007 over 173 million Americans are covered by some form of dental benefit through employer-sponsored group plans or other group or individual plans. This represents 57% of the population of the United States. The 2007 national enrollment level represents a 2.4% increase over 2006 enrollment. Most of the benefits-other than public programs--are DPPO product, i.e. 63% of all commercial dental benefits. The balance of the market is divided among traditional/Indemnity plans, DHMO, and discount dental products.

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If you believe the multitudes of TV commercials for oral hygiene products, this is a pretty obvious answer. You get cavities , your teeth yellow , your teeth rot and will become dull grey and then black.

This may be the case on a diet of processed food but given a sugar-free, healthy diet containing several portions of raw fruit and vegetables daily, no teeth brushing is required.

This information is provided from personal experience. After 11 years of never brushing my teeth I went to a dentist to have a few metal amalgam fillings replaced with composite resin (fillings that had been placed in drilled teeth from childhood, I've had no new cavities in adulthood). I brushed my teeth out of respect for the dentist, so he would have completely plaque-free and clean teeth to work on. He remarked on the excellent condition my teeth and gums and advised me to keep doing what I was doing to maintain good dental hygiene.

Abnormal growth of bacteria in the mouth.

Advanced gum diseases are increasing these days due to bad brushing habits, lack of oral irrigation and flossing, and overall dental care. The severity of the disease progresses from slight inflammation to advanced gum diseases. It is critical to treat gum disease(s) as soon as possible. If it progresses to an advanced condition (Periodontitis), chances are you face serious complications.

"Advanced Gum Disease Treatment" Tetracycline tops the list and is commonly used for treating inflammation. It is also very effective in the case of bacterial infections to inhibit the growth of bacteria. Elizol is another antibiotic in the form of a gel and can be applied to the gums directly. It comprises of metronidazole that is very useful for the elimination of bacteria and parasites in the gums. PerioChip, in fact, comes in the form of a chip which can be placed in a gum pocket, and it releases chlorhexidine slowly. It acts as a powerful antiseptic.

Arestin is comprised of small capsules that are placed inside the gum pockets. Research has revealed that it is one of the effective antibiotics for reducing the depth of gum pockets. Actisite is just like dental flossing, and it consists of tetracycline hydrochloride that is used for removing food substances and bacteria available in teeth. So, the above are the most powerful antibiotic disease gum treatments available to cure gum diseases.

The Stages of Gum Disease

1. Gingivitis - the mildest of the periodontal diseases and characterized by reddened and inflamed gums; pain or sensitivity when touching gingival tissue; bleeding during brushing or when eating hard foods. Treating gum disease of this nature is usually as simple as seeing the dentist for a teeth cleaning to remove the tartar that anaerobic bacteria like hiding behind.

2. Aggressive periodontitis - once the infection caused by the anaerobic bacteria spreads below the gum line, treating gum disease becomes complicated. Aggressive periodontitis is but one of the forms that the condition may take, and it is characterized by a very rapid degeneration of your bone and gingival tissue. At this point, you may notice that more of your teeth are visible.

3. Chronic periodontitis - most common form of an advanced periodontal disease. The condition is characterized by a slower rate of bone and gingival degeneration. Treating gum disease when it progresses to this stage is complicated by the fact that pockets often form in between the gums and teeth.

4. Periodontitis as a Manifestation of a Systematic Disease - this is also a chronic form of gum disease, but it is a secondary condition of a larger disease, such as diabetes. Because one of the symptoms of diabetes is dehydration, the mouth is dry, and the immune system is strained due to spikes in the blood sugar levels. This is an especially dangerous condition and there is little that gum disease prevention can do to stop it, but physicians can recommend treatment options that will slow the progression of symptoms.

Gum disease treatment options become complicated once bacteria spread below the gum line. Once the infection is below the gum line, the toxins produced will start to dissolve supporting tissue and bone. Treating gum disease with regular oral hygiene is no longer possible once the infection is below the gum line, and more serious problems will follow the formation of pockets in the spaces created by this degenerative process.

Most dental professionals recommend oral irrigation as a way to clean both your teeth and gums, eliminating "bad" bacteria and flushing out food particles that often cannot be reached by brushing alone. Oral irrigators use a pressurized stream of water to wash both bacteria and food particles gently from your mouth. Likewise, oral irrigation can be used to flush the infection caused by gum disease and works to keep this issue in check by keeping your gums clean. Recent studies say industry experts, show that oral irrigation is an effective way to treat even advanced gum disease gently through the use of oral irrigators.

The most common irrigators are the Waterpik, which is electric and the OralBreeze which is water powered. Both can be purchased on Amazon.

A hard lump on the wall of your gum can be a gum abscess. It could also be a non-cancerous growth due to an irritation. Any lumps found on the gum or mouth should be seen by a dentist or your doctor.

Dental and oral health depend on regular care of the mouth and teeth, including regular brushing. Small point: "not brushing your teeth" is not a habit. Brushing your teeth is a habit. A habit is a specific behavior that you increase with some type of reinforcement. A non-behavior is literally anything-- it is not itself a behavior that can be increased.

Return to the dentist who performed the root canal as soon as possible. He/she can give you the best advice on how to correct the gum problem. In all likelihood, the gum problem is not a result of the root canal. It is probably simply a concurrent problem that has not been addressed or treated yet.

The very tips of the roots of your top teeth sit very close to and sometimes in your sinus cavity. When you have a cold and your sinuses are blocked and inflammed it put pressure on the teeth which can be very sore. It does not cause any long term damage to the teeth but it can feel just like a tooth ache.