Gum Disease: What You Need To Know

by Gabriel Adams

Gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease, is not an enjoyable experience! If you want to avoid gum disease, or if you already have it and want to fight it, read below.

Symptoms of Gum Disease
Often, you will notice inflammation of the gums and mouth - soreness, bleeding, and/or redness. Another common symptom is bed breath (a.k.a. Halitosis), and/or a bad taste in your mouth. Other signs of gum disease include shaky or loose teeth, receding gums, and spaces between the teeth and gums.

Cause Of Gum Disease
Quite simply, gum disease is caused by bacteria growing in your mouth. These bacteria normally begin growing on particles of food left in your mouth. The infection then continues to grow, causing inflammation and breakdown of the gums and mouth.

Prevention Of Gum Disease
Gum disease can be prevented by discouraging the growth of bacteria in the mouth. Proper dental hygiene goes a long way in preventing bacteria growth in the mouth. Also helpful is a healthy diet low in refined sugars and other foods that make perfect bacteria fodder.

Treatment of Gum Disease
If you already have Gum Disease, there are several ways to treat it. The first and seemingly most common is a professional cleaning. A periodontist will clean your mouth to remove the plaque, etc that harbors the bacteria causing the disease. Drugs may also be used to treat gum disease. Recently, several natural treatments have been developed for gum disease as well.

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