Improper oral hygiene can affect both the teeth and the gums. Plaque forms from the sugar and starch in foods and, if not removed effectively, it can harden to become tartar in just 72 hours.Â
When left untreated, tartar can lead to gum disease and even tooth and bone loss.Â
In this article, our team of oral experts at Stonegate Family Dentistry in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, explains how gum disease progresses and what are its signs and symptoms.
Gum disease is a common dental condition that causes gum inflammation and infections.Â
During the initial stages of the disease, the gums pull away from the teeth, creating pockets for bacteria to accumulate. The toxins released as the body’s response to the infection start attacking the bone and tissues anchoring the teeth. The most common symptom at this stage is gum bleeding.Â
If ignored, the pockets grow bigger, giving more room for the bacteria to grow. There will be pain and loosening of the teeth, along with other inflammatory responses throughout the body.Â
Finally, gum disease comes to the stage where the tissues holding the teeth are severely affected, causing acute pain, bad breath, foul taste in the mouth, and tooth loss.
Below are some of the factors that can trigger periodontitis:
The symptoms of gum disease include:
If plaque removal does not help, antibiotics in the form of oral medication, gel, or mouthwash are prescribed. For very severe infections, flap surgery is performed where the gum is lifted away, the roots of teeth are cleaned, and the gum is reattached.
Preventive measures include improving oral hygiene by regularly brushing and flossing, using mouthwash, and getting routine dental checkups.
For more details on gum disease, contact Stonegate Family Dentistry at (615) 624-6919 or visit us at 206 A N Thompson Lane, Murfreesboro, TN 37129.
Improper oral hygiene can affect both the teeth and the gums. Plaque forms from the sugar and starch …
Improper oral hygiene can affect both the teeth and the gums. Plaque forms from the sugar and starch …
Improper oral hygiene can affect both the teeth and the gums. Plaque forms from the sugar and starch …
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