Question 1

what are some home remedies for gingivitis and periodontal disease?

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Brushing & flossing: See a dentist to have the calculus removed from your teeth and root surfaces.  If that. Is not removed, you will not improve.

Question 2

what are some ways to prevent cavities, gingivitis and periodontal disease besides brushing?

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Prevention: Chewing sugar free gum is very efective(esp. Gum with xylitol)reduction of sugar, softdrinks etc also helps.

Question 3

why does smoking lead to tooth decay, gingivitis and periodontal disease?

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Not decay perhaps: Smoking is a cause of many problems.  Not so much tooth decay, but it can lead to gingivitis and periodontal disease.  This is because the smoke has so many chemicals in it they aren't healthy for any oral structure. Also, just the heat of the smoke can cause lots of problems.  Simply put...If you can quit smoking...Do so.  You'll save your health, others health and save $$$.

Question 4

what are signs of gingivitis or periodontal disease?

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Signs: Gingivitis is the start of periodontal disease. It has red puffy gums with little or no loss of supporting structures. Periodontal disease has red-blue gums with loss of the supporting structures, spontaneous bleeding of the gums, bad breath from the active decay of tissue. Both can be prevented and treated by your dentist or periodontist so you can keep your teeth/smile for a life time.

Question 5

how to know if i have gingivitis/periodontal disease?

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These symptoms: Bad breath that won’t go away
red or swollen gums
tender or bleeding gums
painful chewing
loose teeth
sensitive teeth
receding gums or longer appearing teeth.

Question 6

can i reverse gingivitis caused from periodontal disease?

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Reverse gingivitis: Gingivitis is the gum swelling associated with poor home dental care. If left untreated it will progress to periodontitis which means that you are losing alveolar bone and ligament attachment. If you get treatment for the gum disease coupled with improve brushing and flossing technique and habit, you will see the gingivitis go away. Bone and ligament loss will stop but not reverse itself.

Question 7

could gingivitis progress to periodontal disease in a month?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Good mouth hygiene is essential to prevent periodontal disease.

Question 8

what's the difference between periodontal disease and gingivitis?

Accepted Answer

Gum issues: Gingivitis refers to inflammation in the gums with no effect (loss) of bone whereas periodontal disease refers to inflammation in the bone causing it to be lost and leading to lack of support of the teeth. Gingivitis is the first stage of periodontal disease and can be treated preventing worsening leading to bone loss.

Question 9

i need help! how do i know if i have gingivitis/periodontal disease?

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Ask ur dentist: This can only be diagnosed with an exam and radiographs. See your local dentist for a complete evaluation.

Question 10

can you please tell me how periodontal disease and gingivitis differ?

Accepted Answer

1st Stage of Perio: Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gum tissue and is the 1st stage of a long destruction path leading to bone loss, gum loss, and tooth loss.  All of these are various stages of periodontal disease.

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