Receding Gums

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about receding gums.

The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

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Gingivitis

When teeth are not properly cleaned, plaque forms on the tooth’s surface. Plaque can cause irritation of the gums, making them red and slightly swollen - this is gingivitis. More serious forms of gum disease such as periodontitis start with gingivitis.
Signs & Symptoms:

• Red, swollen or tender gums that bleed when brushed or flossed
• Bad breath

Good management of gingivitis is a sign of good oral hygiene. This helps prevent halitosis, bleeding gums and other more serious dental diseases. Remember, there is a link between oral health and overall health.

To read the entire article , please visit plus.HealthyTeeth.org

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Sudbury, MA 01776
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Gum Disease (Periodontal Disease)

Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults, with 75% of adults over 35 showing problem signs.What is often referred to as the silent mouth disease, initial symptoms can easily go unnoticed.Bacteria lives in plaque, which hardens over time and can cause gum irritations such as gingivitis.

Left untreated, bacterial infections affect the gums, ligaments and bone supporting the teeth, and can enter the blood stream and may be related to other diseases such as Heart Disease and Diabetes.
  
To read the entire article, please visit plus.HealthyTeeth.org

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Diabetes and Your Mouth # 2: Control Diabetes to Keep Your Smile

Well-controlled diabetes contributes to a healthy mouth. If you have poorly controlled or high blood sugar, your risk increases for dry mouth, gum disease, tooth loss, and fungal infections like thrush. Since infections can also make blood sugar rise, your diabetes may become even harder to control. Keeping your mouth healthy can help you manage your blood sugar.

The above article is from: WebMD.com

Marengi Dental  
15 Concord Road 
Sudbury, MA 01776
 (978) 424-4038 
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Receding Gums

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about receding gums.

The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Marengi Dental  
15 Concord Road 
Sudbury, MA 01776
 (978) 424-4038 
MarengiDental.com