Question 1

gum makes you gain weight?

Accepted Answer

No: But bathing your teeth with sugar can raise your risk of cavities.  And chewing gum can cause your stomach to produce excessive acid.  And it's déclassé.

Question 2

what are common gum problems?

Accepted Answer

Many: Everything from gingivitus to periodontitis. Receding gums to ab fractions and root recession. Can you be more specific about your particular problem? There are many causes more information would be of great benefit however see a dentist.

Question 3

is it ok to let kids chew gum?

Accepted Answer

Sugar Free ONLY: You cant't stop them but at least train them to use sugar free.

Question 4

is it bad to chew gum all day?

Accepted Answer

IF YOU TALK TO A: Dentist, yes.
If it is sugarless and it keeps you drinking water and not eating junk, as an internist dealing with the obesity epidemic, i'd say keep chewing!

Question 5

cut gum off will it grow back?

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I would have this : Evaluated by your dentist. He or she will be in a better position to assess that.

Question 6

what gum brand lasts the longest?

Accepted Answer

Xylitol: I'm not sure which kind lasts longer, but I am sure that you want to chew the kind that has xylitol as the sweetener.  Always buy sugarless, and go with the brands with xylitol.  By interacting with the bacteria in your mouth, the xylitol actually helps prevent tooth decay.

Question 7

how can a crown stay on/in your gum?

Accepted Answer

It can't: A crown is a durable covering made of porcelain or metal placed over a tooth to strengthen the tooth due to decay, fracture, breakage, etc. There has to be a usable amount of tooth for the crown to be adhered to. The edge or margin can be placed just below the gum line but a crown cannot sit on just gums. Crowns are cemented or bonded to the existing tooth.

Question 8

is it possible to be allergic to gum?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The body can have an allergic reaction to many substances, however, your body may just be 'sensitive' to the components of the gum you are chewing.  One example is:  the cinnamon in big red gum causes many people to experience pain and redness of the tongue and cheeks.

Question 9

hello dr. 
why do i have a black gum?

Accepted Answer

Many factors: It can be a normal variant just like there are different skin tones. It's likely due to a buildup of melanin in the gingiva. It can also be caused by certain medications and smoking as well.

Question 10

what is the cause of darker lower gum ?

Accepted Answer

Melanin : Can cause dark discoloration of the gums based on ethnicity and it is normal. 
If the the darker color (e.g. Dark red) is caused by gum disease , it will also involve inflammation due to engorgement of blood due to irritants, e.g. Tartar, plaque, calcular deposits, .. Please see your dentist if it is raising some worries.

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