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Gum Hygiene Tips

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BDS, MDS - Oral Medicine and Radiology

Dentist•Kolkata
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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 cause irritation in the gums leading to infection and bleeding while brushing your teeth.

The symptoms of gum disease are bleeding gums, oversensitive gums, a persisting bad breath, change in the normal placement of teeth etc.

These are a number of reas...more
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BDS, MDS Prosthodontics

Dentist•Mumbai
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Your gums should be perfectly pink as a sign of good health. A periodontist can treat gum diseases and help your teeth become stronger.
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Dentist•Bangalore
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Eating a well-balanced diet gives your gums and teeth the important nutrients and minerals they need to stay strong and resist infections.
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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
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What is Pyorrhea?

Pyorrhea, also known as periodontitis, is inflammation and destruction of the tissues and bone surrounding the teeth. Periodontitis mainly begins with gingivitis. Gingivitis refers to inflammation of gums as a result of plaque formation due to poor oral hygiene. Gingivitis, when left untreated, leads to periodontitis. Gingivitis is a milder form of the disease and in gingivitis, no irreversible changes take place. However, persistent gingivitis leads to formation of de...more
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MDS - Orthodontics, BDS

Dentist•Meerut
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Bleeding gums are one of the basic sign of gum disease. Proper dental hygiene and nutritive diet are the cornerstones of healthy gums and teeth. If you suffer from bleeding gums, take the necessary steps to understand the underlying reason behind the condition and how to treat it.

Try following:

1. Apply a cold compress to the gums: as an instant solution for bleeding gums, you can apply a cold compress to the area.

2. Change your toothbrush and brushing technique: ble...more
Last Updated: 6 years ago• Featured Tip
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BDS, Basic Life Support (B.L.S)

Dentist•Pune
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Gum diseases can be treated and reversed in their initial stages very easily. By getting the accumulated tartar and plaque removed by a dentist, there is a chance that they can get better without much ado.
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Dentist•Panchkula
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While many people think this is something to do with medical practisners, but your dentist also plays a large role in the health of your heart.Your dental health plays a very can significant roll in your overall health and, in serious cases, poor oral hygiene can even be life-threatening.

Very common finding between heart & oral health

Your heart and gum disease

Most people don t connect gum disease with a risk to their heart, but the connection is there. Numerous sci...more
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MDS - Periodontics, Certified Implantolo...read more

Dentist•Panchkula
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While many people think this is something to do with medical practisners, but your dentist also plays a large role in the health of your heart.Your dental health plays a very can significant roll in your overall health and, in serious cases, poor oral hygiene can even be life-threatening.

Your heart and gum disease

Most people don t connect gum disease with a risk to their heart, but the connection is there. Numerous scientific studies have demonstrated that individuals with h...more
Last Updated: 7 years ago• Featured Tip
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BHMS, MD - Homeopathy

Homeopathy Doctor•Delhi
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What is Pyorrhea?
Pyorrhea, also known as periodontitis, is inflammation and destruction of the tissues and bone surrounding the teeth. Periodontitis mainly begins with gingivitis. Gingivitis refers to inflammation of gums as a result of plaque formation due to poor oral hygiene. Gingivitis, when left untreated, leads to periodontitis. Gingivitis is a milder form of the disease and in gingivitis, no irreversible changes take place. However, persistent gingivitis leads to formation of deep po...more
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