Gum Disease: 7 Signs It's Time To See The Dentist, And 3 Things They'll Do To Diagnose It
Gum disease begins with gingivitis and can progress to periodontitis. There are a number of signs it is present and several ways that dentists can identify and treat the disease.
Are Red, Swollen, Or Sore, Bleeding Gums A Sign Of Gum Disease?
There are a number of signs of mild and severe forms of gum disease. Treatments vary widely from managing problems at home to medication and surgical interventions; all approaches focus upon the control of infection.
Bruxism And Gum Disease: How Does Grinding, Gritting Or Clenching Of Teeth Impact Periodontitis?
Bruxism is the term used to describe tooth gritting or grinding. It can impact significantly on the health of your teeth and is associated with periodontitis. There are a number of things you can do to reduce the damage bruxism may cause to your teeth.
Are Bad Breath And A Bad Taste In The Mouth A Sign Of Gum Disease (Periodontitis)?
Halitosis and dysgeusia may have many causes but may be due to gum disease. Oral hygiene can affect your breath and lead to gum disease but there are many things you can do to help.
Gum Disease (Periodontititis): 10 Causes And Risk Factors
Numerous risk factors have been identified for gum disease. Because some of them are within your control, it is important to be aware of them.
12 Ways Stress Might Lead To Gum Disease (Periodontitis)
Everyday stress may be an integral part of life, but more extreme stress affects your oral health in more ways than you'd have guessed — even leading to gum disease.
Five Ways Your Smoking Habit Could Destroy Your Gums And Cost You Your Teeth
Smokers have a much higher risk of developing gum disease, which can ultimately lead to tooth loss. What do you need to know?
Not Just A Virus: Signs And Symptoms Of Thyroid Problems
If you've been feeling under the weather for a while, you probably blame a "virus", one of those vague conditions that causes weeks or months of misery. However, if you have the symptoms below, it's possible you have an often-treatable thyroid problem.
Problems With Gums: Gingivitis (Gum Inflammation) vs. Periodontitis (Gum Disease)
Gum disease is one of the common dental problems around the world. Its two main presentations are gingivitis and periodontitis. In this article, we outline the differences between the two in terms of symptoms, treatment, and prevention.
Swine Flu Pandemic Sweeping Through Britain Even Though 70% Vaccinated Last Year
Headlines in the natural health news tell us that a swine flu (H1N1) pandemic is sweeping through England and Wales even though 70 per cent of their populations were vaccinated for influenza in 2009. The truth, however, does not match the headlines.