Archive for the ‘Gingivitis’ Category
May 8th, 2011
Caring for our teeth and gums requires commitment and willingness, because it has been observed over and over again that even with the simplest dental routine, both the young and the old always forget to do the whole brush-floss-gargle activity, and to take a close look at their oral health.
Dental health is a crucial part of our overall well-being. We can’t say that we’re healthy when we have a rotting enamel, or an impacted tooth, with our gums swollen so badly. We will never be wholly healthy unless we ensure that our oral well-being is accounted for. Here are the top tips to get you started on ensuring healthy teeth and gums:
1. Get into a healthy diet program. It is a known fact that a well-balanced diet fills the body with essential vitamins and nutrients to give our system the boost it so needs. Several vitamins have been proven to be effective in preventing the onset of decay in teeth and gives strength to the gum tissues. Nutrients fortify the body to fight against bacteria and infections; this is also true for how the vitamins are with the state of our dental health. A nutritious meal can go a long way in helping us reduce the rate of tooth problems.
2. Practice a consistent dental regime. Hardened plaque doesn’t remove by itself, so it is up to you to brush, floss and gargle it away. Tartar and plaque leads to swollen gums and to gingivitis. This is why it’s important to practice a consistent regimen so every time you eat, you make sure to clean your mouth of anything that can be lodged and for bacteria to form. Brushing your teeth twice a day is a good way to start. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush so as not to damage the gums but still remove the food debris. Rinse afterward using an anti-plaque mouthwash and clean your tongue properly.
3. Finally, keep free of dental diseases by looking into increasing your Vitamin C and Calcium intake. If you can’t incorporate foods that are rich or high in these nutrients, you can get them in capsule form as well, so you can have it on the go.
Follow these quick tips to promote healthy teeth and gums and make sure to follow your dentist’s advice on how to properly take care of your teeth as well.
February 17th, 2009
In spite of better dental care in Germany annually by 85 million dental fillings placed, about half of them are New filling. There are a number of filling materials:
Amalgams
Amalgams are alloys, among other things made of silver and mercury in different compositions. They are also still among experts as the most appropriate filler, especially for back teeth, which bear Kuala’s. Experts see no danger in using this material, except for evidence of allergy and amalgam with existing renal insufficiency. Read the rest of this entry »
February 17th, 2009
From Pink is Red
They spit pink colored toothpaste foam to sink? Then, your gum disease. The bloody trail, you should not ignore it, otherwise you fall prematurely from the teeth.
You bite into a savory apple and wonder about the red spots that you leave behind? It is likely that your gums inflamed.
A gingival inflammation – fold linguistically: Gingivitis - occurs when your teeth are not clean enough. Then form rubbers. This plaque is composed of small colonies of different microbes: streptococci, action mycoses, lactobacilli, and many others. Read the rest of this entry »
September 20th, 2008
The acute inflammatory gingivitis is characterized by mild redness of the gums, increased bleeding and slight swelling. Pain is either not available or only slightly. It is triggered by bacterial coverings.
The bacteria distinguished from substances (endotoxins), which can penetrate the mucosa. On the body’s own defenses and certain messengers did the immune response of the body – the acute inflammation. For heavier forms is the limited dental care possible, because any contact with the gums hurt.
Remedy usually creates Muskellunge of oral hygiene, ie regular and thorough brushing. Here are the bacterial plaque and the trigger for this disease away.
The gingivitis can also be caused by mechanical, chemical or thermal influences are triggered. Responsibility is often too strong cleaning of the teeth. It is the gingival through the bristles of the toothbrush injured and reacted with an inflammation. Swelling and pain occur in the famous pizza burns on the palate. This is a real combustion and heals over a few days. Also by strong acids or alkalis can cause gum inflammation come. You should avoid any contact with these fluids.
Chronic gingivitis
The chronic gingivitis arises mostly from the acute form. For 80 to 90% of adults can be a chronic gingivitis noted. Also here is the trigger of bacterial plaque. Simplified is the severity of inflammation at the bleeding down. For excessive gingival bleeding, which is already under a simple touch of the gingival trigger, you can also expect a strong gingivitis.
The chronic gingivitis also often appears together with a large quantity of tartar. It plays not only the bacterial component of a role. Through the calcified, hard and sharp lining it comes to a permanent mechanical irritation of the gingival.
Image: Oral-B
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