the progression of gingivitis to a more serious gum disease called periodontitis. The sooner one cares for their gums affected by gingivitis, the better the outcome. Whereas gum disease is a reversible condition, periodontal disease is not as easily treated and can lead to tooth loss resulting ...
Gingivitis can be reversed and the progression of gum disease can be stopped in nearly all cases when proper plaque control is practiced. Proper plaque control consists of professional cleanings at least twice a year and daily brushing and flossing. Brushing eliminates plaque from the surfaces of ...
The Stages of Gum Disease There are three stages that gum disease progresses by: Gingivitis: Improper dental hygiene is the most frequent cause of the earliest stage of gum disease. Gingivitis can either have no symptoms or cause your gums to swell, turn red, or bleed when flossing or brushi...
Gingivitis is one of the most common causes that lead to spitting-up blood. It is particularly noticed after brushing the teeth, as this is when the gums are most sensitive and weak from bacterial plaque build-up between the teeth. In addition to bleeding, people with gingivitis may also ex...
Gingivitisis the first stage of gum disease which may progress to the next stage, which isperiodontitis. Gingivitisis usually a mild form of gum disease whileperiodontitisis more severe and extensive. Ingingivitisonly the gums are inflamed while inperiodontitisthere may also be additional involvement...
the patient’s discomfort.Fibromyalgia, chronic regional pain syndrome (CRPS),nerve damage, or disc disease is often discovered using this evaluation tool. In fact,medical thermographycan generally screen for a wide range of ailments, including vascular disease, sinus allergies, and evengingivitis. ...
Periodontal disease is often called the 6th complication of diabetes. It is the most common oral health problem among people with diabetes. Research suggests that people with diabetes are at greater risk for gingivitis (an early stage of gum disease) and periodontitis (serious gum disease). ...
Prevention This paper examines and summarises the evidence to support the advice that GDPs should give their patients on toothbrushing. The strength of evidence is graded using a five-point hierarchical scale. Much of the evidence to support toothbrushin
It is still misrecognized due to the lack of specific and objective diagnostic criteria and, from recent studies, its progression ratio into oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) ranges between 0.44% and 2.8% of the total OLP cases [13,14,15]. OLP pathogenesis is strictly related to both ...
Pain Below the Gum Line Sensitive Teeth If you think you may have receding gums, we strongly urge you to see a dentist before it leads to more serious problems such as tooth decay and gingivitis. Gum grafting is a relatively simple procedure. It involves surgically attaching or raising tissue...