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Receding Gums – What To Do
There are a variety of causes for receding gumlines as well as things that you can do to minimize them. Written By Abigail Wise / Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Tooth Disease – What Is It?
What exactly is tooth disease though, and how can you help to cure it? Written By Abigail Wise / Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Has A New Treatment Method For Periodontal Disease Been Found?
Written By Kevin Kerfoot / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Periodontal disease is widespread and usually caused by bacteria, which leads to an inflammation of the gums - or periodontitis. New biodegradable rods promise to provide better treatment for periodontal disease, and researchers from the Institute of Pharmacy at Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) have re-combined an already approved active ingredient and filed for a patent for their invention together with two Fraunhofer Institutes from Halle.
Are Bad Teeth Genetic? What You Need To Know About Your Family Tree And Your Oral Health
Written By Jennifer Raskin / Reviewed By Ray SpottsDid Grandma lose her teeth before she hit 50? Does everyone in your family have a yellowed smile? There are many debates about genetics coming into play for the state of your teeth, though it’s not quite what you think.
What You Should Know About Periodontal Disease Before It’s Too Late
With the ignorance of adverse effects of periodontal disease, people tend to treat it as a common infection. Hence, there are some things that you should be aware of to prevent it. Written By Sophie Zoria / Reviewed By Ray Spotts
Gum Disease: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You
Written By Sophie Zoria / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Diseases of the teeth and gums can seriously impair a person’s quality of life and even lead to undesirable consequences in the form of complications in the gastrointestinal tract and other health conditions. Having learned more about these diseases, you can understand how to protect yourself from them.
Deep Dental Cleaning - What Is it?
Written By Abigail Wise / Reviewed By Ray Spotts You hear about deep dental cleanings, but what truly are they? Do you really need them in order for your teeth to be healthy and strong? The answer is yes. Deep dental cleanings help to get rid of all the stuff a normal toothbrush can’t. Once this stuff is off of your teeth, you run a lower chance of decay, cavities, and discoloration.
Study: Periodontal Disease Linked To Gallbladder Cancer Risk In Women
The risk associated with periodontal disease was highest for esophageal cancer, the researchers reported. Gallbladder cancer risk also was high in women who reported a history of gum disease.
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Orthodontic Treatment: How To Reduce The Risk Of Periodontal Disease And Avoid Tooth Loss
In the early stage of gum disease, also known as gingivitis, it is possible to reverse the damage and, in certain cases, it is also possible to eliminate the disease completely. However, an early diagnosis and timely intervention are vital to reducing the chances of gingivitis and prevent it from progressing into periodontal disease.