Question 1

how can you fight gum disease?

Accepted Answer

Floss regularly: True gingivitis, limited to just inflammation in the gums, can be reversed with good oral care and regular dental visits.  You want to get it checked though to make sure it hasn't progressed to the more serious form of periodontitis.

Question 2

can any foods reverse gum disease?

Accepted Answer

Periodontal Disease: Periodontal disease results in gingival pockets and loss of bony support of the teeth secondary to the build up of calculus and the release of toxins around the teeth. Therapy by a periodontist is usually required and will stabilize the problem but not reverse the damage. You really can't eat yourself out of periodontitis.

Question 3

i have a gum disease how do i cure it?

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Gum disease: The cause of gum disease is the accumulation of hardened bacteria on the roots of the teeth. Treatment requires the removal of this debris as well as daily flossing and brushing. Gum disease puts you at higher risk for heart attack, high blood pressure, stroke and diabetes, in addition to the loss of your teeth.

Question 4

is it possible to totally cure gum disease?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It really depends on the severity of the disease, and how destructive the patients immune response to the presence of the disease is. The mildest form of gum disease, gingivitis is completely curable. Remove the cause (usually plaque/tarar) and it clears right up. The severe forms involve bone loss. Bone loss is permanent but in some cases bone can be regenerated. Patient compliance is the key.

Question 5

what is the definition or description of: gum disease?

Accepted Answer

Bone loss: Gun disease can range from gum swelling all the way to the bone keeping the teeth in place being lost, this can be be for a number of reasons, if you think you have gum disease please visit your dentist for a consult

Question 6

i've just been told i have gum disease, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It can lead to loss of healthy teeth you need a dentist who is competent.

Question 7

please explain if it is possible to undo gum receding (gum disease)?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Grafting is possible on a case by case basis so see your dentist and get a referral to a specialist for an opinion.

Question 8

how to treat possible gum disease?

Accepted Answer

Infection control: Bacteria cause gum disease under the gum tissue, which is hard to reach.  The best way to control the bacteria is to use something like the perio protect method that delivers a hydrogen peroxide gel (1.7%) into the region.  This kills the bacteria that cause the infection and makes it so harmful bacteria cannot regrow in this area.

Question 9

can gum disease be linked with a toothache?

Accepted Answer

Frequently: The bacteria involved with gum disease can contaminate the nerve of a tooth causing acute inflammation and pain.

Question 10

does having gum disease increase alzeihmers risk?

Accepted Answer

Not really.: A study showed that people with Alzheimer's disease had gum disease.  It does not mean gum disease CAUSES alzheimers.  That link has not been made. But gum disease does increase your risks of other serious problems like heart disease.

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