Question 1

my gums are almost white right around my bottom teeth.. what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

White gums: No idea without an examination.
Please see your dentist or a periodontist.

Question 2

why are my gums white around the teeth and achy after brushing my them?

Accepted Answer

: The gum around your teeth should be pink in healthy condition but it is white as you are saying is sign of white lesion like Leukoplakia .
If the gums are little white for your whole life then nothing to worry and just change the tooth paste and brush on teeth not on gums .
It is better you See your Dentist to be sure it is nothing but normal.

Question 3

is it bad for your teeth to chew gum?

Accepted Answer

No: It is actually good for them as long as it is sugar free.

Question 4

which vitamin is good for teeths and gums health?

Accepted Answer

All of them: There are many vitamins that when lacking, cause  dental problems; but, recommended daily allowances are only the dosages of vitamins that are minimum to prevent deficiency syndromes.  The optimal amount of vitamins for health is still debatable.  Good  balanced nutrition is vital to good health and healing.  If eating balanced healthy food is too difficult,  our office recomends pharmanex sups.

Question 5

iv had my teeth cleaned dose that mean my gum deisea has gone?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: A cleaning alone may not be enough. Hard tell over the internet how bad your problem is. Follow your dentist's direction for care and follow up visits.

Question 6

is chewing gum bad for your teeth?

Accepted Answer

Sugarless is best: Chewing sugared gum constantly bathes the teeth in sugar. Sugarless is preferred. If you get headaches or a tired jaw from chewing then you should avoid it.

Question 7

could chewing gum ruin your teeth?

Accepted Answer

It depends on type : The damage that chewing gums does to your teeth depends on the kindofgum you chew and how frequently you chew.  Regular gum with sugar will increase decay.  Chewing gum cn be very helpful for someone with dry mouth because it helps to stimulate saliva production.  Xylitol gums will protect the teeth from decay. Chewing can increase TMJ pain in us suseptable  people.  Hope this helps.

Question 8

is chewing gum good for your teeth?

Accepted Answer

No: Chewing gun doesn't strengthen the teeth.  However constant chewing can lead to TMJ issues.   The jaw joint will be affected eventually.   The teeth usually are not affected.

Question 9

what chewing gum is best for teeth?

Accepted Answer

Sugar Free/Xylitol: Sugar free chewing gum with the first few ingredients being xylitol is best.  The xylitol will aid in fighting cavities.  Trident & spry are just a couple.

Question 10

what causes gums to pain in my teeth ?

Accepted Answer

Gum pain: Trauma from rough brushing, poor dental health, gingivitis, extensive plaque build up,

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