Question 1

what do healthy gums look like?

Accepted Answer

Pink and stippled: The simple answer is coral pink in color and stippled with texture, indicating no inflammation or fluid retention.  Healthy gums are extremely important to systemic blood vessel lining health.  The bacteria can induce healthy gums to change quickly if left in place for more than a day and supplied with food.  The saliva and your immune system will fail to keep them in check.  Open  wounds result.

Question 2

what does gum disease look like?

Accepted Answer

Gum disease: Is very common but is an initial stage than can progress to a periodontal disease which can cause loss of teeth and people could end up either having implants or wearing dentures. There are different types and levels of gum disease but the normal gums are coral pink, no inflammation, doesn't bleed with normal brushing and flossing, no fetid odor, ..

Question 3

what should a 2 year old gums look like?

Accepted Answer

Gums: Pink firm and healthy with some teeth erupted or erupting.

Question 4

what do the gum look like when pregnancy ?

Accepted Answer

The same: Unless you develop anemia and your gums (and other mucous membranes) become pale, or you develop gingivitis, or you are taking certain anti-seizure medications, your gums should not change in appearance

Question 5

why do my gums look like its about to peel off?

Accepted Answer

Vesiculobullous Dz: Of mouth is unlikely, but other causes of desquamative gingivitis could be likely.  Have through history and exam taken by good diagnostic dentist.

Question 6

is chewing gum bad for health?

Accepted Answer

Here/there is OK: Sugarless gum is probably not a bad thing..But anything in excess is not a good thing. Sugarless gum contains sorbitol...A laxitive and so excessive use may cause some stomach/intestinal upset etc...
Also, excessive chewing will strain your jaws/tmj, wear-out your teeth etc...So, moderation, rorome!
be sensible, stay healthy...
Good luck.

Question 7

how do i know if my gums are healthy?

Accepted Answer

Dentist tells you: Many patients have periodontal problems and don't show any outward symptoms. Don't assume that if it doesn't hurt you are fine.

See a local dentist for an exam.

Question 8

do my gums look healthy if pink and shiney?

Accepted Answer

Yes, partially: Pink is the right color rather than bright red or magenta.  The critical area is often the gums between the teeth that are called papillae.  Pink here is really good.  The texture of the gums should be stippled, not shiny and smooth.  Shiny and blood could indicate edema and beginning inflammation.  Inflammation in the gums is a serious problem.  It leads to bacterial presence in your blood vessel.

Question 9

are there any health risks from chewing beechnut gum?

Accepted Answer

In very rare: situations - massive quantities of swallowed gum has caused bezores.

Question 10

help please! is chewing gum everyday bad for your health?

Accepted Answer

Tmj: Chewing too much gum can lead to TMJ dysfunction.

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