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Periodontal diseases are basically serious diseases, such as gingivitis and periodontitis, that attack the gums. If left untreated, these gum diseases can spread around other areas of the mouth and lead to the loss of tooth or teeth. A periodontal disease is bacterial infection that is chronic and affects both the gums and the bone that supports the tooth. It first begins with the presence of bacteria in the plaque, which is that colorless film that forms on your teeth from time to time, cause the gum to experience some amount of inflammation. Related Article Tags: , , , Until recently periodontitis was thought to affect only structures in the mouth. However contemporary research has found that it is an important cause of chronic systemic inflammation, heart disease, diabetes, premature and underweight babies and possibly several other diseases. The timeous treatment of dental disease can make a significant contribution to the prevention of heart disease and stroke. Related Article Tags: , , , , , Although it sounds sinister, periodontal disease is really just the scientific name for gum disease. But make no mistake about it, gum disease is sinister and it can lead to tissue loss, teeth falling out, and even infections within the heart itself. Related Article Tags: , , , , , Clean teeth and gums are very important to the overall health of your dog. Here is some information on the most common dental problems in dogs and ways of treating them. It is very common among dogs to have gum disease. At the age of two or three, many dogs have either periodontitis or gingivitis. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , Have you ever wanted to know the difference between periodontal disease and gum disease? Well, they are one in the same. The word periodontal means "around the tooth." Gum (periodontal) disease is a series of chronic bacterial infections that destroy the tissues and supporting bones surrounding your teeth. Do you consider yourself to be relatively healthy? If so, can gum disease affect you? Absolutely, gum disease is no respecter of persons. A healthy person is likely to be affected by gum disease just the same as the next person. Actually, more than 75 per cent of Americans over 35 have some form of gum disease and it's time to sound the alarm on one of the most common diseases around. Dr. Chris Kammer, Wisconsin: Sadly, most people think that it's normal when gums bleed. Well it's not! If you washed your hands and they started to bleed, wouldn't you get a little worried? Of course you would, yet most people don't get worried about bleeding gums because no one is telling them it is serious gum disease that could be deadly!!
So, what is it? Related Article Tags: , , , , , Aloe Vera has proven to be very effective in healing skin problems such as minor burns, and scratches. But unknown to many, it has been recently discovered that it is very useful in oral care as well. Related Article Tags: , , , , , Periodontal disease is a series of chronic bacterial infections that damage the tissues and supporting bones surrounding the teeth. It could be isolated to just one tooth or affect several teeth. There are several stages of periodontal disease and the earlier it is detected the easier that it is to treat.
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gum tissue due to a build of plaque or tartar around the gumline and if treated can be reversed. If left untreated gingivitis can lead to periodontitis which is far more serious and is irreversible but can be stopped from progressing any further. If you think you may have gingivitis it is important you go to your dentist. Related Article Tags: , , , , Can periodontal gum disease be reversed? The answer is yes, if you begin early enough and are diligent. More advanced periodontal gum disease may still be reversed, but it will take some special cleaning provided by your dentist to give you a fighting chance. Related Article Tags: , , , Clean teeth and gums are very important to the overall health of your Shih Tzu. Here is some information on the most common dental problems in dogs and ways of treating them. Related Article Tags: , , , , , Whew! What has Spot been eating? His breathe smells awful. Doggie bad breathe may mean that you need to pay more attention to your dog's oral hygiene. Dogs are prone to the same dental problems as people - cavities, plaque build-up, and gingivitis. Related Article Tags: , , Discover how you can put yourself into charge of your health. Discover how the six subclinical defects are under every degenerative disease. Make educating yourself fun and learn to listen to your body. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , More and more evidence points to the relationship between strokes and periodontal (perio) disease. Studies in the Infectious Diseases Unit, Hospital Luigi Sacco, Milan, Italy have reported that the thickness of the carotid arteries was reduced after treatment for mild to moderate gum disease. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , Most people suffer from bad breath at some time in their lives. For something so commonplace, bad breath (or halitosis) isn't fully understood by the medical community. Though the reasons for bad breath odor are not completely understood, most unpleasant odors are caused by food debris trapped in the mouth. It is really amazing to find as many as 400 different types of bacteria in an average mouth! Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , Waterlase laser dentistry is another proprietary product which is made by the Waterlase company. It involves the use of a laser using argon, a specific laser wavelength, to take care of many dental problems that normally would require a drill. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , Few people would expect that the average modern diet is deficient in a vitamin essential to life. Research now shows that vitamin C deficiency is widely spread and lies at the root of serious life threatening conditions such as heart disease. Related Article Tags: , , , , , The common symptoms of gum disease are that a person suffers from red, swollen gums, teeth become loose and the space between the teeth also widens. The person also suffers from chronic bad breath, receding gums and bleeding while brushing or flossing. Related Article Tags: , , Gum disease can be a potential wrecker, not only to your aesthetic worth but also to your lifestyle. Although many might think it's a small thing, imagine having to go through the entire day with a nagging gum defect that can be painful and distracting at the same time. Related Article Tags: , ,
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