Gingivitis

Alternative Medicine”, John Lohr, wrote that he saw this disease “remain a chronic disease for years without affecting other periodontal tissues”, and that is because people tend to have some type of oral care. Brennfleck in her book confirms that “Gingivitis… can be usually reversed with daily brushing and flossing” (298), at this point the second stage can become present in the mouth when you fail to brush or floss your teeth…

disease which is characterized by destruction of the supporting structure of the teeth (periodontal ligament and alveolar bone). Its highly common and can change the quality of life of the affected patient. Periodontitis includes gingivitis, but the difference is that the gingivitis is reversible with good oral hygiene while in periodontitis is irreversible because it is extensive and is involved in the destruction of surrounding tooth structures. Periodontitis in its early stage is considered…

havoc in other areas of your body’s system. A dentist might be the first to encounter the symptoms leading to conditions you are not aware of, just by examining the status of your gums. There are different degrees of periodontal or gum disease. Gingivitis - This is the early stage, at this point, the gums show signs of redness and inflammation. It is the result of sticky particles of food with bacteria forming a film on your teeth and around the base of the gum. Usually there is no sensation…

How periodontal disease enters the body In both humans and dogs, periodontal disease is an overlooked but serious condition. Periodontal disease is caused by oral bacteria present in the mouth that forms plaque, a filmy substance on the teeth. When exposed to minerals in saliva and allowed to settle, the plaque mineralizes over a period of two to three days and hardens into a thick calculus on the teeth. The presence of starchy particles in the mouth creates an ideal breeding environment and…

yet! So then dear doggie, you can keep up the hunt for the stuffed animal prey, 'cause Mom will not be bringing home any hamburgers for you anytime in the near future. Much like humans, dogs can also get many different dental diseases such as gingivitis caused by plaque build up. One of the most common symptoms of dental disease in a dog is bad breath or halitosis. Other symptoms can be food…

role in the development of caries and gingival diseases. The white areas on the labial surfaces of the upper anterior and canine indicate white spot lesions, as they appear chalky when air dried. I will also diagnose halitosis, which may be due to gingivitis, or the presence of systemic conditions such as diabetes. It is important to make correct diagnosis and confirm further using additional tools and strategies as it provides a means of preparing an appropriate oral health care plan to best…

bacteria that can irritate the gums. If plaque is not mechanically removed by a toothbrush, it can harden into tarter, which can irritate gum tissue and may cause swelling or bleeding. Brushing is all about keeping our gums healthy, and preventing gingivitis or periodontal disease. We have been using instruments for teeth cleaning for thousands of years. The toothbrush dates back to the 3000 BC, the ancient Egypt and Babylonia, used a chew stick, a thin twig with a frayed end. The stick was…

Periodontal disease also known as gum disease plays a major role in Dental Hygiene. The word “periodontal” means around the tooth. It is a chronic inflammatory disease of the gum and tissue that surround and support the teeth. It is very important to take good care of your gums, and your teeth as well. One needs to maintain good oral hygiene in order to not come in contact with gum disease, there are many signs, symptoms, and ways to prevent gum disease. Periodontal disease is very common, many…

Papillon-Lefevre syndrome (PLS) is a rare, autosomal recessive inherited, type IV palmoplantar keratoderma (Hart, et al., 2000). Its prevalence is approximately 4 cases per one million people with no sex or racial predominance (Sreeramulu, et al., 2015). Approximately 1 to 4 people per thousand are carriers of the disorder (Sreeramulu, et al., 2015). If both parents are carriers, there is only a 25% chance that their offspring will be affected. If both parents are affected with PLS, there is a…

How You Can Handle 3 Emergency Dental Situations At Home When a dental emergency happens, it is not something you can simply go to the emergency room for. These problems typically require a dentist to fix, and it may not be possible to visit one until the next day. Thankfully, there are some ways to address dental emergencies while you are at home and you are waiting to see a dentist. Toothaches A toothache can be a very common problem that people experience, and since the source of the pain is…