Gum disease affects not only the hard and soft tissue supporting your teeth, but it also affects the blood vessels of your body in an inflammatory manner resulting in a rise in blood pressure and cardiovascular compromises to your heart. Realizing those connects usually springs folks into an action mode in hopes of reversing or at least maintaining health. 

Many issue are at play in the advancement of this disease process; a family history of periodontal disease indicates a genetic link, the use of tobacco products such as smoking, dipping, and chewing, diabetes mellitus, and

dental care which leaves bacteria an environment to flourish. Juvenile onset Periodontal Disease a form that targets and affects only specific teeth and has a genetic origin.   

Periodontal Disease if untreated has both dental and medical consequences. This inflammatory disease causes infection in the supporting structures of your teeth and left unchecked the periodontal ligament will be severe from its bony support as the bone literally dissolves away from the tooth. The affected teeth will either become mobile or abcess; either pathology leads to tooth loss which contributes to poor mastication, premature wrinkling of the face, caved appearance of the profile, bad breath from the bleeding, and a variety of other oral pathologies as secondary invasion from microorganism results. 

No matter what is the causal factor, the goal when evaluating dental care required to maintain health is always to bring the patient to a healthy maintenance of oral health, 

To help teach you and assist your efforts towards oral health, the staff at

Teresa Wade DDS – Family Dentistry in Andrews, TX, shares a few tips to fend off gum disease and ensure lasting oral health.

3 Tips to Prevent Gum Disease

1. Brushing & Flossing

The most beneficial way to clear bacteria from your teeth is with a routine of brushing, flossing, and water-piking your teeth daily. When the offending bacteria are removed, they cannot to form a thick layer of plaque (soft debris which attaches to the pellicle). If left unchecked that plaque can be mineralized and is referred to as tartar or calculus. That mineralization gives the bacteria a stronghold onto your teeth. As this spreads, your gums advance through a disease process which begins as gingivitis, advancing to Early Chronic Generalize Periodontitis, to Moderate Chronic Generalize Periodontitis, to Advanced Chronic Generalize Periodontitis.

By now brushing and flossing is probably looking pretty simple to prevent this often non-reversible, silent disease. An you are so right! The old saying of “only brush and floss the teeth you want to keep!” is really pretty valid.  Your efforts for keeping those dangerous bacteria away and clearing existing plaque buildup are very essential.

2. Rinse Your Mouth

Despite brushing and flossing, some bacteria will remain in your mouth. This is most common between teeth, along the gum line, and in hard-to-reach areas. The best way to further clean your mouth is to rinse after brushing and flossing, either with mouthwash or warm water.

3. Reduce Risk Factors

Diet is an important consideration for preventing Periodontal Disease. Foods with protein and vitamin C are as essential for your mouth as the rest of your body. Milk is critical for your bones. 

 

Sugar is destructive to your mouth in every possible way. The mouth is always in a state of destruction or a state of repair depending upon what we consume. Avoiding those sugars and starches, any drinks acid or with sugar are supporting lower acid levels which supports destruction. 

Regular dental care, yes, every 6 months is your best ticket to help win this fight. The staff and doctors providing professional dental care at Teresa Wade DDS – Family Dentistry has helped Andrews County and Surrounding County’s residents maintain optimal oral health. 

This dental office cares for patients of all ages. It is their heart’s desire strives to keep everyone smiling and healthy. You can call them today at (432) 523-7782 to begin or continue your fanatic journey in dental health.  Call to schedule an appointment, and also visit their website to learn more about the practice.

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