{"id":1896,"date":"2020-11-12T06:34:52","date_gmt":"2020-11-12T06:34:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/blog?p=1896"},"modified":"2020-11-12T06:34:52","modified_gmt":"2020-11-12T06:34:52","slug":"what-you-need-for-gum-disease-prevention","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/blog\/dentistry\/what-you-need-for-gum-disease-prevention\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need For Gum Disease Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/blog\/dentistry\/what-you-need-for-gum-disease-prevention\/#Proper_Brushing\" >Proper Brushing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/blog\/dentistry\/what-you-need-for-gum-disease-prevention\/#Flossing\" >Flossing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/blog\/dentistry\/what-you-need-for-gum-disease-prevention\/#Use_of_Mouthwash\" >Use of Mouthwash<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/blog\/dentistry\/what-you-need-for-gum-disease-prevention\/#Risk_factors\" >Risk factors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/blog\/dentistry\/what-you-need-for-gum-disease-prevention\/#Regular_Check-up\" >Regular Check-up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Gum disease or periodontal disease is caused due to the presence of bacteria in plaque that builds up between the teeth and the gums. If this plaque is left untreated, then it forms tartar and leads to gum disease. The gums become red and inflamed which causes gum disease. This inflammation deteriorates the gums and the supporting bone structure. The teeth may become loose and there is a marked gum recession.<\/p>\n<p>Gum disease treatment may be a little costly and hence, it is better to prevent gum disease rather than spending money on the treatment. There is no pain and hence, the onset of the disease goes unnoticed. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/gum-depigmentation-india.html\"><strong>Gum depigmentation<\/strong><\/a> in India is very common and can be easily treated. Listed below are some precautions that can help in the prevention of gum diseases.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/images\/resource\/gum-depigmentation.jpg\" alt=\"Gum Disease \" width=\"1200\" height=\"888\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Proper_Brushing\"><\/span>Proper Brushing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A colorless and thin film is formed in the mouth which is known as plaque. This plaque can be easily removed by proper brushing. Brushing helps in removing the plaque and food debris that is trapped in the teeth. It is recommended to brush the teeth twice a day including cleaning of the tongue which is a favorite place of bacteria.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flossing\"><\/span>Flossing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Some food particles get stuck between the teeth and cannot be removed easily by brushing. So, it is important to floss the teeth at least once a day that helps in removing the plaque and debris. It also helps in keeping the gum line clean.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_of_Mouthwash\"><\/span>Use of Mouthwash<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Mouthwash also helps in reducing the formation of plaque and does not allow any debris to get accumulated on the surface of the teeth. It helps in removing whatever is left after brushing and flossing.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risk_factors\"><\/span>Risk factors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It is important to take care of the risk factors That increases the chances of periodontal disease. Factors like age, diet, smoking, diabetes, and genetics are the major risk factors that may lead to periodontal disease. The patient should consult the dentist and discuss the risk factors and their treatment plan. Smoking and tobacco chewing should be avoided.<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regular_Check-up\"><\/span>Regular Check-up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It is very important to have a regular check-up from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/\"><strong>best dentist in India<\/strong><\/a>. The dentist can thoroughly examine the oral cavity and can identify the early symptoms if any. Early detection of disease is the key to gum protection. It is recommended that a person should visit the dentist at least twice a year.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to take proper care of the gums for long-term maintenance of the mouth. Most of the adult lose their teeth because of gum disease. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stunningdentistry.com\/periodontal-disease-treatment.html\"><strong>Periodontal disease treatment<\/strong><\/a> can be easily avoided by prevention.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gum disease or periodontal disease is caused due to the presence of bacteria in plaque that builds up between the teeth and the gums. If this plaque is left untreated, then it forms tartar and leads to gum disease. The gums become red and inflamed which causes gum disease. 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