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Gingivitis – A Gum Problem
Sharon Hopkins
It is a very common event in everyone’s life to see swollen or
bleeding gums when you get up to brush your teeth. This problem
with your gums, due to inflammation is called Gingivitis. At
least one member in every household would be suffering from
this problem. If is not treated at the nick of time it can
aggravate to become a serious gum disease like periodontis.
Gingivitis is a form of periodontal disease wherein you suffer
inflammation as well as infection of gums.
Plaque is a sticky film made up of bacteria. It is found on
your teeth when sugar and starch in your food comes in contact
with the bacteria primarily found in your mouth. Plaque once
removed can be easily formed within 24 hrs. When these sticky
films of plaque are not removed on time they harden under your
gum line to form tartar. Not maintaining simple oral hygiene is
one of the main causes of gingivitis. If proper care is taken
you can avoid the plaque deposits, which are long term effects
of gingivitis.
Gingivitis is one of the major causes of tooth decay. The
combination of plaque and tartar can irritate your gums causing
gingiva. Gums get terribly damaged due to bacteria and toxin
bacteria making it swollen and tender (a reason for bleeding
gums).
There are different levels of gingivitis varying from mild,
moderate and severe. Anybody to everybody is affected by this
problem. It is said to develop during the time of puberty or
when there is an increase in hormones i.e. during early period
of adulthood. This mainly depends how sound your teeth and gums
are.
Diabetes increases your chances of having gingivitis. Having
dry mouth increases the risk of gum disease. Having a weak
immunity can also cause this problem to arise. To avoid such a
face off with death, proper oral hygiene would help you in the
long run.
Common Signs and Symptoms of Gingivitis
-Suffering with mouth sores
-Swollen gums
-Bleeding gums while brushing
-Tender/soft gums
-Change in color of the gums
Basic Preventive Measures
-Maintaining good oral hygiene
-Brush your teeth twice a day
-Floss your teeth
-Avoid too much sweet and starchy food
-Eat more fruits and vegetables
-Get dental check-up twice in a year
Home Remedies for Gingivitis you can try
A mixture of baking soda with little water should be applied on
your gums with your finger. Once this is done, brush your teeth
to remove the bacterial waste for sparkling effect.
Mix 3% solution of Hydrogen peroxide with equal amounts of
water. Swish, not swallow, this solution in your mouth for 30
seconds. This helps to kill the bacteria.
You can brush your gums and teeth with Aloe Vera gel for better
effects. It helps in reduction of plaque formation as well as
works as a healing agent.
Warning: The reader of this article should exercise all
precautions while following instructions on the home remedies
from this article. Avoid using if you are allergic to
something. The responsibility lies with the reader and not with
the site or the writer.
About The Author: Sharon Hopkins has been managing number of
natural home remedies websites, such as
http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com , which provides
information on different uses of the home remedies and natural
cures. Gingivitis causes swollen, bleeding and tender gums, to
be treated by oral hygiene.
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