Health and Nutrition

The major reason for unnecessary and early loss of teeth is due to periodontal disease. At some point in their lives, most adults and teenagers are affected by the condition. Disease periodontal may develop painlessly and it may not even show any signs in the early stage. Failure to treat the disease, will gradually cause an inflammation in the in the surrounding tissue of the teeth, making it to become red, swollen and causing weakness in the bone structure that will pave way for teeth to fall out. The silent disease is caused by the bacterial plaque. The warning signs may show up in the advanced stage and may include long term bad breath, red, swollen, tender, bleeding gums, gums that separate from the teeth and loss of teeth. In order to prevent disease periodontal, it is a must that you must practice proper hygiene such as proper brushing and flossing to eliminate food particles in the teeth. It is also important to quit smoking and tobacco use as well as excessive alcohol consumption. Try to avoid sweet and sticky foods between meals. To reduce bacteria in the mouth try to use a mouthwash. There is also a need to have a regular check up with the dentist and to use gum disease remedies.

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