October 21, 2008

Know about Gum disease

Gum disease
The state of your gums is perhaps more important to your overall oral health than the absence of cavities. The plate is developed not only on the surface of the teeth that are easy to clean, but can also form along the gum line, where it can cause infections in tissues and proliferate. If untreated, attacks the structure of the gums leading to the formation of a few gaps between the teeth and gums called periodontal pockets. As the pockets become deeper, bacteria can begin to damage the bone structures and clamp your teeth. If your gums are red and swollen, or if you bleed easily when brushed or to pass the dental floss, can be considered to have been the first signs of gum disease. This phase is also known as gingivitis. Among the symptoms of a disease more advanced gum (also called periodontal disease) include chronic halitosis and weak and bleeding gums that are 'split' of the teeth. Sonicare is highly effective in removing plaque from the areas of difficult access, and has been clinically proven to reduce gingivitis .

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