Advanced Periodontitis: in this final stage of gum disease, the fibers and bone supporting your teeth are destroyed, which can cause your teeth to shift or loosen. This can affect your bite and, if aggressive treatment can't save them, teeth may need to be removed. How do I Know if I...
Gum disease is an inflammation of the gums that can progress to affect the bone that supports your teeth.
Gum disease is an infection of the gum tissue. It is usually caused by a buildup of bacteria in the mouth brought on by inadequate oral hygiene. If you are not great at brushing and flossing regularly or you do not keep regular appointments with your dental health care provider, you may...
While gingivitis may be treated, the effects of periodontitis are typically not reversible. It is a chronic, long-term condition that should be addressed with the help of a dental professional. The difference between Gum Disease, Gingivitis and Periodontitis There may be some confusion with the me...
What are the symptoms of gum disease: Gumsthat bleed during and after tooth brushing. Red, swollen, or tendergums. Persistentbad breathor bad taste in the mouth. Recedinggums. Formation of deep pockets between teeth andgums. Loose or shifting teeth. ...
Early signs of gum disease are bleeding with flossing and brushing. You need to see your dentist. Flossing and brushing INCORRECTLY may be a problem. You may have become careless with home care. Revising your flossing and brushing may be all that you need to stop the bleeding. People can ...
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DR. DINA J. GIESLER, DDS Gum disease, and your grandparents used to call it pyorrhea, is actually a bacterial infection of the gums. Gum disease starts strictly from bacteria. It starts from not cleaning your mouth properly. Gum disease is treated typically with antibiotics and removing all ...
Gingivitis and Periodontitis are both forms of gum disease. Gingivitis is a condition in which the gums become inflamed and infected usually due to the build-up of plaque on the teeth. Some signs of gingivitis include red, inflamed gums that can bleed when brushing or flossing. It is importan...
Dental Floss: Flossing may be one of the most important things you can do to help prevent gum problems and maintain healthy gums. There are also types of soft floss including Oral-B Glide Deep Clean Floss and Oral-B Glide Comfort Plus that make flossing easier, so people with sensitive gum...