Maintain Oral Health-Cure Gingivitis
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Plaque is what sticks to the teeth and needs to be brushed off and flossed out. This is a sticky white substance that forms on the teeth when sugars and starches in food interact with the bacteria in the mouth. The longer that the plaque remains in the teeth, the more it can irritate the gums. Remember that brushing once a day is not sufficient because plaque can re-form quickly.
Although poor oral health is the biggest concern and one thing that can be prevented as a risk factor, there are other risk factors as well. Some of them are tobacco use and poor nutrition. People that have a dry mouth are also at risk. Health conditions such as diabetes, HIV, AIDS, pregnancy or hormonal changes, and old age are also risk factors.
Although anyone at any age can develop gingivitis, many people begin with the disease during puberty and then it is present in varying degrees throughout their life. Left untreated, gingivitis can lead to adult tooth loss. Recent studies have shown that there may be a link between gingivitis and stroke, heart disease, type two diabetes, and premature births.
Your dentist can help control all issues in the mouth. Speak to your dentist if you are showing any early signs of gingivitis and start treatment immediately. As with most diseases, prevention and early treatment are best.
