Gum

Over half of the adult population have periodontal disease in their lifetime. This disease can be serious, as it leads to the loss of teeth and deterioration of gums and bone in the mouth. According to a 2012 study by the Center for Disease control and prevention, out of two patients at least one was diagnosed with periodontal disease (1). Typically periodontal disease is seen in adults, and also in other patients that seem to have systemic disorders in patients (10). The way to treat this…

Wisdom Teeth: Extraction Reasons And Process Overview Wisdom teeth can require removal with much warning. That is why you need to visit your dentist to find out what is happening under your gums. Here is what you need to know about why wisdom teeth should be extracted and what the process involves. Reasons for Wisdom Teeth Extraction There are several reasons why you will need to have your wisdom teeth extracted. Tooth Impaction Wisdom teeth do not always grow perfectly straight in your mouth.…

These days I have been at work, with a lot of tasks to complete. However, the thoughts about chewing gum have not increased. I did not take snacks with me all of those days, but I managed to avoid thinking about gum, which is not that difficult. Although I have not been able to go to my yoga class two times, I know that I can continue going next week. I try to not worry about not been able to go, as I know life sometimes is unpredictable. However, I know that I added that to my life and I know…

Family & Implant Dentistry does more than just care for teeth themselves, but gums too. As the foundation of your smile, healthy gums are paramount for preventing tooth decay, loss, and bad breath (gingivitis). Unfortunately, too many people don't give their gums the attention they deserve, so today, Cincinnati's leading family dental care center offers the following gum health tips: Brush Gently: Using a soft-bristled brush, brush your teeth at a 45-degree angle, without brushing particularly…

two commercials I decided to use were commercials that are talking about a very powerful word. The word that is expressed in the commercials is Love. I chose A Extra gum commercial and A Chipotle commercial. The two are very similar in which they both portray that even the littlest things in life can make you the happiest. The Extra gum commercial is taking place in front of a high school. A group of females are talking and nearby there is a group of males talking. A girl and a boy from each…

Babies start gnawing to relieve the pain of an emerging tooth. 2. Puffy and red gums 3. Excessive drooling 4. Irritation, especially at night 5. Tugging Ear 6. A change in eating habits Methods to soothe the…

In the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, a clear change in Jem’s actions can be seen. When Jem comes home to find Scout chewing gum she found in a Radley tree, Jem feels the need to control her and have her spit it out. “Jem stamped his foot. ‘Don’t you know you’re not supposed to even touch the trees over there? You’ll get killed if you do!’ ‘You touched the house once!’ That was different! You go gargle -- right now, you hear me? (37-38)’” There is a stigma that everything at the…

Some of those things are decalcifications a.k.a white spots, gingivitis a.k.a gum disease, and periodontitis. In order to have healthy teeth, it is advised to brush about 4 times a day, after eating breakfast, after eating lunch, after eating dinner, and before going to sleep. If you can’t brush after a meal, then flush out your…

Gum Disease You might also begin to notice sudden sensitivity if suffer from gum disease or gingivitis. When you have gum disease, the gums begin to pull back from your teeth. As the gums pull away, nerves are exposed. As you might expect, once the nerves are exposed you will begin to notice sensitivity or discomfort. If you do have gum disease, you will need to be vigilant with your oral hygiene. In addition, you'll…

to do about them. Menstruation Gingivitis It is important to recognize the signs of menstruation gingivitis, because without knowing what it is and why it occurs, you may worry more than necessary over seemingly random periods of gum inflammation. Next time your gums seem to randomly bleed when flossing or become sore for no apparent reason, check the calendar to see if your monthly period is arriving soon. If these issues occur every month (or only some months) right around this same time,…