Posted by herbmaster on Oct 17, 2009 in Uncategorized
I recently saw a product for gum disease that had a testimonial that said, “My gums look better after one brushing”. That is total nonsense – sorry to say.
There is not a miracle cure that works after one application. I would RUN, not walk, away from any website that promises such nonsense.
As a matter of fact, when it comes to gum disease, there is not a single product that will work for everyone who tries it. Every body’s chemistry and ever body’s situation is different.
This is the same reason that medicine is an art and not a science. There is no medication that works for everyone hands down. There are always exceptions.
Sometimes it requires several products in combination to do the job. Or maybe the right training and techniques are needed. At any rate, gum disease is not really a problem that is so easy to solve. Try OraMd as one possibility
I’ve studied this subject for a while due to the need to solve my own problem and now I study it because it interests me. The body is a complicated organism and what works for one may not work for another.
I’m definitely an advocate of products that I have personally found to be useful, such as an ozone generator for ozonating water. But there is also some basics that need to be understood about this disease. You need to understand what you are fighting so that you can be sure that it doesn’t come back. You also need to be effective in what you are doing.
Sure you can throw a board over a broken window. But a bit more skill is needed to repair that window properly. Look to the links below for more information on what you can to do to stop gum disease and prevent it from coming back. Some products, like therabreath may have more value than others. Again, one size does NOT fit all.
Be advised this article is for information purposes only and does not intend to offer diagnosis or treatment advice. If you have or think you might have gum disease or any other type of health problem, visit your periodontist or physician for advice, diagnosis and treatment.
Each year hundreds of thousands of people are diagnosed with gum disease of some level and degree. However, many people who visit their dentist or oral hygienist do so too late and generally have to go through extreme procedures in order to rectify their oral issues. These types of procedures can usually be avoided all together if a person properly cares for their teeth on a daily basis.
There are a variety of non-surgical treatments that a person can undergo including scaling and root planing. Root planing involves a major cleaning of the tops of the roots wherein plaque and tarter are removed from the roots in order to prevent or reverse gum disease.
If a non-surgical method does not work for the treatment of gum disease, then surgical procedures will have to be used in order to correct the issues. However, it is recommended that most people attempt a non-surgical procedure before turning to a surgical method due to the fact that surgical methods are very expensive, whereas non-surgical methods tend to cost a great less and can achieve the same results.
When it concerns typical surgeries that a person may submit to in order to correct their oral issues, the following four are very common: pocket reduction procedures, regenerative procedures, crown lengthening, and soft tissue grafts. However, the specific surgery will be decided upon on a case by case basis. A dentist can decide which type of surgery will work best for your level of gum disease.
gum disease that is left untreated can actually result in serious conditions to the body due to various infections that can arise in the mouth and be carried throughout the body. This includes but is not limited to death.
Therefore, anyone who is experiencing or think they might be experiencing any level of gum disease should visit their periodontist immediately for advice, diagnosis and treatment. This article does not intend to render any diagnosis, advice or treatment.
Posted by herbmaster on Aug 19, 2009 in Uncategorized
It has long been suspected that smoking and gum disease are interrelated. Thanks to recent studies, that link has finally been proven. We have all long known that smoking is dangerous to your health. It can cause heart disease, including heart attacks. It can lead to strokes and aneurysm. Naturally it can lead to lung and throat cancer, not to mention many others. Your breath smells, your teeth get stained, and respiratory problems and infections are practically a given. As it turns out, smoking can negatively affect your oral health as well.
Smoking is one of the main risk factors associated with gingivitis. This because smoking practically opens up the door for bacteria to flock into your mouth. Bacteria is what ultimately causes gingival diseases like gingivitis and periodontitis. However, that is not the only reason smoking can lead to gum disease.
Both the smoke which comes from the tobacco and the nicotine in cigarettes can make your blood vessels constrict. That makes it harder and difficult for nutrients and oxygen to get to parts of your body – including your gums and gum tissue.
Smoking is not the only thing which causes this to happen. Chewing tobacco can as well. Further, they can both make it more difficult for your body to adequately fight off infections. Meaning, it cannot stave off the infection which causes gingivitis. If you are a smoker, it could even be more difficult for your body to respond to the proper treatment methods for gm disease.
How can you, as a smoker, decrease your risk for gum disease? Well, naturally, you have got to stop smoking. Think of all the aspects of your health smoking will negatively affect? You also need to do your part by rigorously taking care of your teeth. Brushing, flossing, and regular checkups are absolutely necessary.
Posted by herbmaster on Aug 15, 2009 in Uncategorized
Women have a lot to worry about when they are pregnant. Unfortunately, studies show that they now have another worry: the possible link between low birth weight babies and gum disease. This problem is distressingly more prevalent than a lot of soon-to-be mothers may even realize. For your health and the health of your unborn child, you need to familiarize yourself with gum disease, its risks, and how to prevent them.
In the United States alone, as many as 10 percent of all babies are born prematurely. Naturally, premature babies seem to have a lower success rate. It is more difficult for these babies to thrive and survive. Their development could be at risk as well. Out of all the infant deaths in this nation, almost sixty percent of them are due to the babies being premature with low birth weight.
The use of oral irrigators might help to improve dental health, especially the health of the gum tissue. Certain brands may be better than others in this regard.
Such high numbers of afflicted mothers and bablies demanded research. Tons of studies are still being done. Some of the results already stumbled upon an astonishing, downright chilling fact. There is a surprisingly strong link between mothers who have gum disease during their pregnancy. The study done suggests that these mothers were an astounding 7 times more apt to give birth to babies with low weights at birth.
A special mouthwash referred to as therabreath contains oxygenated compounds that may also be helpful in fighting or preventing gum disease. This mouthwash is also pH balanced, possibly providing further protection to your periodontal health. In any case you should make an attempt to end gum disease and prevent it from coming back again.
Thus, a little more than eighteen percent of all babies born prematurely can be attributed to maternal gum disease. If the results are correct, that means that gum diseases causes low birth weight more than drinking or smoking during pregnancy.
A primary reason for these disturbing findings is due to the fact that, in general, if a mother has an infection during her pregnancy, her baby is more at risk for being born prematurely. This all begs the question, how can expectant mothers stop this from happening?
For starters, you have to visit your dentist regularly. You especially need to go if you experience any of the telltale signs of gum diseases, such as bleeding, sore, or red gums.
Disclaimer: If you have or think you might have gum disease or any other health problem, please visit your doctor or periodontist for advice, diagnosis and treatment. This article is for information purposes only and does not intend to provide advice, diagnosis or treatment for any health condition. The USFDA has not evaluated statements about any products in this article.
Posted by herbmaster on Aug 15, 2009 in Uncategorized
It has recently become quite clear that there is likely a very real link between lung infections and gum disease. Because both of these problems are serious in and of themselves, neither should be taken lightly. With studies showing that periodontal disease can ultimately cause lung infections, that is yet more incentive to practice effective oral hygiene. Not only are your teeth and gums too important to risk, but your respiratory health is as well.
One device that is quite useful is known as the oral irrigator. This tool may help to fight the daily build up of plaque that is happening in your mouth.
Lung infections are also commonly known as bacterial respiratory infections. At least, that is one type of lung infection. Specifically, it is the one with which we are most concerned for the purposes of this article. These infections are caused when you inhale fine amounts of bacteria into the lungs. Naturally, within the droplets, there are bacteria. Those germs will first begin breeding and then multiplying – right inside your lungs. To say they can cause significant damage that way is an understatement. Essential oil blends such as oramd might be helpful in this regard.
A home ozone generator can be used to create oxygenated water that can then be used as an oxygenated mouth rinse. If you use a lot of mouthwash this could be a great way to save money.
There was recently some research done which shows that this harmful bacteria can exist in the mouth. From there, it can be inhaled into the lungs. A primary infection can occur from this, or an existing one can become worse.
What is the specific link here? Periodontal disease is caused by bacteria. The worst part is that a large portion of people currently have some form of gum disease and they do not even know it. Even in the best case scenario, we all have bacteria in our mouths, all the time. When you do not take care of your teeth and gums, however, the bacteria will get worse and worse. Microbes may infest the plaque building up between your teeth. That can easily be taken into your respiratory tract.
This article is not intended to provide advice, treatment or diagnosis for gum disease or any other health condition and is for information purposes only. You should seek diagnoses, treatment, advice and care from a periodontist or other dental professional if you have or think you might have gum disease or any other oral health problem.For other health problems, visit a medical doctor. The FDA has not evaluated statements about the products mentioned in this article.
