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Last Updated: 9 years ago• Featured Tip
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Massaging your gums daily with eucalyptus or peppermint oil in a circular motion throughout the mouth will increase the blood activation and will keep your gums healthy and safe.
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Many women can notice swollen gums during first trimester of pregnancy. This is common and is related to hormonal changes that occurs during first three months. Many women may even notice nodule like growth in gum. This is called as pregnancy tumour. Please dont go on name it donot mean any cancerous lesion. You need not to worry. The reason is poor oral hygiene. One need to undergo a routine scaling that is cleaning of teeth. And yes maintain good oral hygiene thereafter. So brush twice daily. ...more
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Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, you may not know you have it. Also referred to as periodontal disease, gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky film of bacteria that is constantly forming on our teeth.
If you notice any of the following, visit your dentist immediately
Gums that bleed easily
Red, swollen, tender gums
Gums that have pul...more
If you notice any of the following, visit your dentist immediately
Gums that bleed easily
Red, swollen, tender gums
Gums that have pul...more
Last Updated: 6 years ago• Featured Tip
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BDS, MDS - Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery,...read more
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Last Updated: 5 years ago• Featured Tip
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Gum disease is characterized by inflammation of the gums caused by the bacteria present in plaque (a colorless and sticky film on the teeth). This disease affects the soft tissue and the bones surrounding the teeth. The bacteria causes irritation in the gums leading to infection and bleeding while brushing your teeth.
The symptoms of gum disease are bleeding gums, oversensitive gums, continuous bad breath, change in the normal placement of teeth etc.
Following are a number of r...more
The symptoms of gum disease are bleeding gums, oversensitive gums, continuous bad breath, change in the normal placement of teeth etc.
Following are a number of r...more
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