Gingivitis Cures
Periodontal Disease Treatment

Gum Disease

Research has shown that gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) is connected to problems such as heart disease, respiratory problems, diabetes and even pregnancy problems. In fact, diabetes often first shows up as oral problems, and studies indicate that periodontal disease can increase blood sugar levels which can increase the risk of diabetic complications. It is also suspected that bacteria from gum disease, upon entering the blood stream, flows to the heart where it contributes to heart disease, blocked arteries or stroke. And research has also indicated a strong correlation between gum disease and the repeated infections associated with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease).

Studies further indicate that over eighty percent of people over thirty-five years of age living in North America are afflicted with some type of gum disease. And the tricky thing about all of this is that the majority of people who have gum disease are not aware of it since most periodontal diseases can only be detected by a dentist until the disease has become severe at which time symptoms may appear. While there are several different types of gum disease, there are two main categories:

Gingivitis – The mildest form of Gingivitis is generally caused by poor oral hygiene. It can usually be reversed with improving oral hygiene habits at home and 1-2 professional cleanings close together known as Gingivitis Therapy.

Periodontitis – This form of gum disease is caused when bacteria in the mouth create toxins that irritate the gums. When it is not stopped in the early stage, the gums separate from the teeth often causing pockets that become infected and can break down and destroy gum tissue along with the underlying bone. Interestingly enough, while all of this destruction is taking place in the mouth, there are very few, if any symptoms. Because gum disease is so stealthy, regular dental checkups are imperative for diagnosing and treating periodontal disease before severe damage can be caused and before the bacteria in gum disease becomes rampant and moves on to other areas of the body where it contributes to other serious health issues.

There are, however, conditions that a patient can watch for that can be strong indicators of either periodontal disease or the beginning of other serious health issues: Teeth that are sensitive Teeth that are loose or separated Pain upon chewing Changes in the way teeth feel or fit together when biting or chewing Persistent bad breath Gums that bleed during brushing or flossing Any redness, tenderness or swollen areas on the gums Pus between gums and teeth Patients experiencing any of these signs or symptoms should immediately call their dentist so that the severity and damage can be assessed and a treatment program can be started. Because gum disease has been indicated as having a negative impact on overall health, preventative and therapeutic periodontal measures are imperative for ensuring good health.

Although poor oral hygiene is the biggest contributing factor for gum disease, other factors such as smoking, stress, some medications, illness and a genetic predisposition can contribute to its development as well.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    Gum disease?
    I have had gum disease problems since i was a kid. Now that I’m older my dentist says my teeth are getting lose and I should consider getting them pulled and getting false teeth. She says I’m having bone loss. I was thinking about checking into permanent teeth but unsure if i would even be a right candidate for this plus the price seems to be out of reach. I regret that in my younger days I didn’t do more to control this problem but it seems to late now. Any suggestions. I just don’t want to have problems eating with false teeth as some friends I know have. Is there any other procedures that can be done that makes artificial teeth stay in place better? Any advice would be appreciated.

    • ANSWER:
      Periodontal disease is heredity mostly. you can start working on your gums. Brush your gums but, not away from your teeth. Glyoxide is a peroxide type of mouth disinfectant. this works good around gums and also lightens your teeth. You should call around and find out who in your town has an ultrasonic cavitron this will get your gums on the right path without periodontal surgery. You must be ready to begin a whole different regiment of tooth brushing/gum brushing. You can save your teeth if u do this. Remember do bot brush your gums away from your teeth. this will do more harm. you want to stimulate your gums so they will regrow around your teeth. This should hold your teeth in you want to get your gums so that they do not bleed. no matter how hard u brush. I had a spot that i was told would not regrow but i worked it until it regenerated healthy stimulation and circulation i believe works because it did heal on me and it as getting very serious. Remember to brush all your gums and teeth. don’t get slack in this. Don’t get in a bad routine of not brushing. or even missing a spot. it could be detrimental to your teeth. Good luck. If u don’t understand write me and I’ll try to be more specific. Happy brushing, start with a child or soft brush.

  2. QUESTION:
    gum disease?
    I have a dentist appointment once a year(check up) and my dentist hasn’t said anythuing bout gum disease but i think i may have it? What are the symptoms and is there medecation/cure? I understand some of the symptoms but not others! All answers appreciated-apart from nasty ones!please? Thanks
    also, i have tiny(pin prick size!)white spots on mu gums, at the front x

    • ANSWER:
      If you do have sore gums that bleed when you brush and floss, you may have a tooth brush with harder bristles than you need. Many people forget to look at what bristle strength is when they buy a tooth brush. Get one with soft or extra soft bristles, that will help you to not bleed as much. But that is not the only factor. My dentist mentioned to me, that the way I brush my teeth may cause the bleeding, and soreness too, which leads to gum recession. Which is where your tooth root starts becoming visible. That is also somewhat painful. If you brush your teeth with the idea that you are massaging your teeth, then your teeth won’t hurt as much. Its recommended that you divide your mouth into 4 areas, and that each area is brushed for about 1-2 minutes. However, if you have an electric toothbrush, you can cut that time down to 30 seconds to a minute.
      To help get rid of and prevent gum disease and something called gingivitus, there is listerine mouth wash, which should be used at least 2 times a day. Also there are toothpastes that help protect your teeth. Look into Collgate total with gingivitus and gum disease protection. Or look at a new tooth paste Crest pro health. My dentist just gave me a sample, otherwise I’d never known about it. But its great!

  3. QUESTION:
    Gum Disease?
    My dentist I may have gum disease. Is there any way to prevent it from happening other than brushing my teeth twice a day?

    • ANSWER:
      Flossing is a great way to start. Also you might recieve treatment for your gums. The main goal here is that your start somewhere and keeping it up from now on.♣○

  4. QUESTION:
    What are bleeding gums a sign of other than gum disease?
    Like the slightest pressure causes them to bleed.

    Biting into food like apples and some times bananas.

    I dont want everyone to post the obvous bleeding guMs is gum disease. What else can cause bleeding gums? Like illnesses or anything? Thanks

    • ANSWER:
      Hello
      bleeding gums can be caused by Injury or trauma such as improper brushing and flossing and irritation from acidic drinks and medicines. Gum disease as you have bypassed. Mouth sores can cause sore gums and clotting disorders of the blood and hemophilia, and leukaemia can cause bleeding as well. Liver and kidney disorders and vitamin C which is low is another possible cause. Being pregnant can make your gums bleed from time to time too. Taking pills can make your gums bleed which thin the blood. So it can be caused by many many things.

  5. QUESTION:
    How do you know when you have been cured of gum disease?
    Using home remedies, what are the indications that you are cured of gum disease?

    • ANSWER:
      Those people are mental. Of course gum disease can be cured. I just came back from the dentist office 3 hours ago, and they were talking to my brother about it. They said after about 3 weeks of brushing, flossing, and using a non-alcohol based oral rinse, you will be considered in good oral health. You know that you’re teeth are healthy for sure when your gums are more of a pink color, your gums don’t bleed, and when the front of your teeth feels clean with nothing on it. Almost like water.

      Hope this helps!
      Chantelle

  6. QUESTION:
    what is the best way to cure gum disease?
    My friend would like to know how can she cure gum disease. Will salt and warm water be better than using salt mixed with baking soda and hydrogen peroxide? Which is the best solution? And she would like to know what 50/50 is when to mix the solutions. And she heard the Crest Pro Health toothpaste and Crest Pro Health mouthwash is better than other toothpastes and mouthwashes and as long as she flosses as well. She wants advice from a real professional who knows about this type of situation. Thank you.

    • ANSWER:
      There are two things you can do that will help with this problem far more than treating it with a bunch of chemicals and drugs. The problem is a degenerative problem and to treat the symptoms is to create a temporary fix. Get some Neem Oil and Neem Bark and mix them together to make a paste. Put that on the gums all around morning and night. You should see results in a few days, not weeks. You will be amazed at something so simple as this can make such a huge difference. And this solution is far faster, less painful, and far less expensive than seeing a dentist.

      Then make sure you are digesting well. The lack of hydrochloric acid in your stomach will cause you to have plaque build up on your teeth. See a Certified Nutritional Therapist and they can help you greatly to make sure you are digesting well.

      good luck to you

  7. QUESTION:
    What kind of mouthwash should I use to get rid of gum disease?
    I need to cure my gum disease (I’m worry about losing my teeth), so I need to know which mouthwash or mouth rinse works the best. Please recommend me the brands that work the best or are the most effective.

    • ANSWER:
      If you really want to get rid of gum disease I would start by getting a deep cleaning of your teeth. The dentist will scrape the tartar that collects on your teeth from deep below your gums and makes them smooth so the gums hug them better. It is a little expensive and it will hurt a little but it is good for you and just about everyone needs to have it done once in a while. Then floss every day, and Listerine is about as good as any kind of mouthwash.

  8. QUESTION:
    What kind of treatment do you think I will need for my gum disease?
    After researching it online, I have concluded that I have some type of gum disease. I’m still waiting to go to the dentist. If some of my adult teeth are slightly loose, do you think the scaling and root planning will do the trick? Or will I need something more serious like the surgery?

    • ANSWER:
      Please dont take any antibiotics on your own…..THESE ARE OF LITTLE HELP when long-term results are considered. These might suppress your symptoms for a while but are not worth it until unless prescribed by a qualified dentist.
      Gum diseases are very easy to manage in the early stages. Most of times, Scaling is just required and sometimes root planing also. Sometimes we tell the patient at the beginning of the treatment that gum surgery will be required. But when we go along ….we find that just after scaling and root planing …..supported by patient’s home oral care regime….the gums are returning to their normal health.

      Secondly, about your mobile teeth…..the degree of this mobility can only be found out by a thorough dental examination and also with the help of a x-ray.

  9. QUESTION:
    What types of health physical problems/symptoms can you experience due to gum disease?
    I have not been feeling well and I’m trying to explore if my symptoms could be related to gum disease. I am a diabetic and have other health problems. My symptoms are difficult to define, but include: shakyness or a type of tremor right when I wake up in the am, naucea, cold sweats. Can symptoms like this be related to gum disease or cavities?

    • ANSWER:
      A situation that you need to be aware of is subacutebacterialendocarditis (SBE). This is a bacterial infection that has a portal of entry through your gums. It attacks your mitral valve of your heart and is serious. See your dentist right away.

  10. QUESTION:
    Is there a known link between gum disease and fertility problems?
    I know that gum disease can cause problems in pregnancy like premature births. Does anyone know if it can cause problems in trying to conceive?

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  11. QUESTION:
    Is therr a mouthwash that can help bad gum disease?
    I’m afraid to go to my dentist (because i dont know if i actually have gum disease,but by the pain in my gums i think i do) so i want to improve/cure my gum disease before i go for serious help.

    I know mouthwash can’t cure gum disease but i heard that it helps.. Is there any other way i can improve my gum disease?

    I just started flossing and i have braces.. Please help thnx !

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  12. QUESTION:
    Can I avoid gum disease from smoking by brushing my teeth?
    I heard that smoking can lead to gum disease. Can I avoid it by brushing my teeth alot?

    • ANSWER:
      Do yourself and your lungs a favor quit smoking… I’m not dit n you cause I’m a former smoker myself. Been clean 11 months.=)

  13. QUESTION:
    Can my 18 month old baby have gum disease?
    Can my 18 month old baby have gum disease? She just turned 18th months and I have finally stoped breast feeding her. She drinks the regular milk now and eats grown up foods like chicken, peas, pasta. Is there a remedy for this.

    • ANSWER:
      If you don’t brush her gums/teeth daily (I hope you started doing this a long time ago) she will have poor dental hygiene and could have tooth decay and gum disease.
      Babies are supposed to go to the dentist as soon as their first tooth comes in. Just FYI, so you can take her…I didn’t know this either until I researched it.

  14. QUESTION:
    Can this be described as gum disease or any other mouth infections?
    A few days ago my brother formed a white patch on the roof of his mouth which is very painful and causes trouble when eating. He hasn’t got the best dental hygiene and very rarely brushes his teeth. Could this be gum disease or does anyone know of anything else it could be?

    PS. He’s 13.

    • ANSWER:
      A white patch can be a lot of things. But my hunch is he has oral thrush.

      Make sure he goes to see a dentist to get a diagnosis as some white patches can be pretty sinister. Also your dentist will be able to help him get it sorted.

  15. QUESTION:
    How can you tell if you have gum disease?
    My gum has been hurting? Do I have gum disease? Please answer with true facts.
    Thanks, Marnie Panda friend.

    • ANSWER:
      Gum disease is often evidenced by bleeding gums. Pain can be from food irritation, to harsh of brushing, a food particle caught under the gum line. If you are younger, you probably do not have gum disease and this will go away in a few days.

  16. QUESTION:
    Is it possible to get braces if you have gum disease and loose teeth in their sockets?
    My 13 year old daughter needs braces, but she has gum disease and complains that her teeth are a bit loose. These are not baby teeth by the way. Will it be possible to get braces? And if she does, is there a risk of losing those teeth for good?
    Oh and this gum disease is hereditary. She brushes and flosses everyday. My husbands side of the family doesn’t have the best teeth.

    • ANSWER:
      Have you had a preliminary visit with the orthodontist yet? They may not recommend traditional braces due to her periodontal problem. Sounds as though she would be a good candidate for invisalign though. Traditional braces make your teeth even harder to clean, but the invisalign is removeable, so she could brush and floss as she normally does. Without knowing if she has any bone loss (the usual reason for loose teeth), I couldn’t guess as to whether she would lose any teeth. I hope not! 13 is really young to be experiencing this problem.

  17. QUESTION:
    Is there any way i can get rid of gum disease without going for a root canal or buying products?
    i’m 15 and i can’t afford to go out and buy things,and i can’t go to a dentist :( .i think i have gum disease,but it’s not that bad.is there anyway i can get rid of it?

    • ANSWER:
      If you have gum disease your gums would be swollen and pink/red. Root canel is for your teeth not gum. Simply brushing with toothpaste and flossing regularly are steps to keeping a healthy mouth.

      Go to the local library to research gum disease or a county dental clinic and they have plenty educational booklets that they can give you.

      Attend a health fair or go online to research gum disease and prevention. Both are free.

  18. QUESTION:
    How do I know if I have gum disease?
    What are the symptoms of gum disease?
    Do teeth ache if you have gum disease?
    How long after brushing your teeth/flossing does your breath start to smell bad, after few minutes, hours, is it immediate or does it always smells bad?

    • ANSWER:
      It all depends on the stage of the disease..
      Gum Scaling (not teeth scaling) would help prevent/slow down the progress.. And wash with bicarbonate of soda and salt water.

      Also use a gum stimulator to massage your gums.

  19. QUESTION:
    Can you get cancer or gum disease from the bagged chewing tobacco since there isnt as many additivies as cans?
    a friend told me that the bagged tobacco is a healtheir option as to the cans (i.e. skoal/cope etc) becasue theres not as many uhm idk additivites? is the bagged chewing tobacco a healthier alternative and can it be cancer forming or gum disease forming?

    • ANSWER:
      Yes – not good

  20. QUESTION:
    So is good oral hygiene best known way to treat gum disease?
    I can’t exactly afford to go to a dentist these days but recently my gums have started bleeding really badly :(

    I looked up gum disease and every website said the same thing; practice better oral hygiene. Brush twice, use mouthwash, floss ect.

    But is that all there is to it?? I would really like a dentist’s opinion on this, thanks x

    • ANSWER:
      Bleeding gums is a good indicator that your oral healthcare regimen could be improved. I always advise my patients to brush at least twice daily and floss at least once a day (nighttime is ideal for this). Rinsing with an alcohol-free mouthwash is also great for eliminating germs and bacteria.

      These things are all great- but it’s also important to try and schedule routine dentist appointments for proper cleanings and examinations. I realize it isn’t cheap, but the truth is that a dentist is your best means to combat plaque, tartar and diagnose/correct periodontal issues in the early stages. By not having tartar etc removed by your dentist, you risk gum disease, which can be even more costly and annoying to treat.

      Your best bet is a comprehensive regimen of good brushing, flossing, and rinsing, in coordination with professional care

      All the best,
      Dr. Mac

  21. QUESTION:
    What are the side effects of gum disease?
    I know a 62 year old man who has gum disease. could anyone tell me the side effects for it? Thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      Tooth loss, bone loss in the mandible and maxilla. Researchers have found that people with periodontal disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery disease as those without periodontal disease. Also the risk of stroke is higher in those with periodontal disease.

  22. QUESTION:
    What are the symptoms of gum disease?
    Specifically, are bleeding gums a symptom of gum disease? What else is a symptom?

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  23. QUESTION:
    Can gum disease be linked with a toothache or sinus pressure?
    How can i numb the tooth pain from gum disease and sinus pressure? Without seeing a dentist cause i dont have insurance right now. It comes and goes

    • ANSWER:
      If you need a dentist – better go now or it will cost more in the long run!
      If it’s only sinus probs’, try a sinus cleanse or nasal irrigation – here’s a link to one I just started using and it’s helped to relieve pressure in my sinuses.
      If you have a maxillary sinus infection this can actually cause tooth pain in the upper molars.

      http://www.neilmed.com/pdf/ppnasalirrigation.pdf

      All the best!

  24. QUESTION:
    Why is an electric toothbrush considered essential if you want to reduce tartar and gum disease?
    I have read that brushing your gums and teeth too hard can reduce enable and cause your gums to recede but have been told that an electic toothbrush is essential if you want to reduce tartar and gum disease. I would think that the electric toothbrush would be considered the same as brushing your teeth too hard. Seems to contradict. Anyone?

    • ANSWER:
      No, an electric toothbrush is not essential.

      What is essential for preventing tartar buildup and gum disease is to keep plaque off your teeth.

      Sticky white plaque is a soft mass of germs stuck on your teeth, and it takes about 12 hours for it to turn crusty into tartar from the calcium bicarbonate in your saliva. So the trick is to brush off the plaque before it has a chance to turn crusty.

      That means you should brush your teeth, tongue and gums thoroughly after each meal, and before going to sleep, using a soft-bristle toothbrush. Floss every night, eat less sugary foods, have regular checkups every 6 months to have a dentist or hygienist pick off any tartar that accumulated.

      If you use a manual toothbrush properly, it should not cause gum recession.

  25. QUESTION:
    My dog has a gum disease and his inside cheek has swelled up big?
    He is 17 year old with heard disease. My vet can not take a risk of putting him under anesthesia to do a teeth cleaning. Instead, my vet has been giving my dog an antibiotic. However, his teeth ( gum ) is getting worse and now to a point his one side of his cheek is swelled up. How can I treat this perhaps with home remedy safely ?

    • ANSWER:
      Hi

      I’m not aware of a home remedy for this. You might talk to your vet about trying a different antibiotic, in hopes of getting a better result.

      best of luck,
      Rebel

  26. QUESTION:
    What gum disease leaves a spot?
    I have a gum disease which is painful under pressure to my gum. I originally thought it was gingivitus but there’s a brown dot on the gum underneath one of my teeth. what type of gum disease is this?

    • ANSWER:
      You have to monitor if the spotting is temporary or permanent.

      Brown dot can appear because of bleeding in the tissue area also.

  27. QUESTION:
    what are the statistics of gum disease?
    I once read that like one in 20 people don’t brush their teeth properly and have gum disease. Im just wondering how many people suffer from gum disease in the world what are the statistics?

    Thanks for answering?

    • ANSWER:
      I’m wondering if knowing this valuable information would impress upon you to brush your teeth more often.

  28. QUESTION:
    Is there a link between gum disease and infertility?
    I have been trying to get pregnant since 2005. I have a son who was born in 2004, so I know I am able to have children.

    I was recently diagnosed with mild gum disease (for which I am having scaling and root planing done today).

    My question is, since gum disease can cause other problems in the body, could it also be affecting my fertility?

    • ANSWER:
      Hi, I’m a dentist.

      To my knowledge, there is no known link between gum disease and infertility, however there also has not been any research conducted concerning this particular topic.

      Based on what is currently known about the systemic effects of gum disease (that it causes a heightened level of generalized, systemic inflammation), I would hypothesize that there is no direct link.

      Consult your Obstetrician to confirm you are still fertile. Things can change more quickly than you think. By age 30, a woman is 33% less fertile than at age 17.

      Good luck.

  29. QUESTION:
    what will i do? i have mild hemophilia and a gum disease?
    i have mild hemophilia, a bleeding disorder. then i have also gum disease. i already went to the dentist several times last year for medication. but they are afraid to clean my teeth for it might be bleeding. although they clean but not thoroughly because they are afraid. i have to go to hematology first before having dental medication. now, i felt so hopeless. is there a cure for my disease? i have been suffering this gum disease for already two years now. i hope my gums will be back to normal. Please give me some advice regarding what should i do.

    • ANSWER:
      There is no cure for periodontal disease/gingivitis when you get it.The gums receed away away from the teeth.

      Some treatment options include surgical transplants and antibacterial packets surgically implanted in the gums to help kill the bacteria. I researched it myself and the gum transplant which is actually a skin graft almost always fails and it’s very painful and expensive.

      I would call around to look for a D.D.S., M.S. – that means doctor of dental surgery and maxillofacial surgery.

  30. QUESTION:
    How often does “the pill” cause gum disease?
    I am just asking because I may be put on the pill on tuesday and just read that it can cause gum disease. How often does it do this? and how can it be avoided?

    Thanks :)
    Ps. I brush twice a day, use floss and use mouthwash :)

    • ANSWER:
      It is excellent to hear that you are vigilant with your oral hygiene.

      The oral contraceptive pill does have a negative effect on the periodontium (gums). The pill contains hormones: progesterone and oestrogen. Your gums contain receptors for these hormones, so when they are present, your gums become more inflamed. This effect is dose related, and also related to the length of time you are on the pill. It is not related to levels of plaque in this case. The pill does not increase your levels of plaque in your mouth, nonetheless, it will affect the levels of gingivitis, and potentially increase levels of gum disease.

      I’ve attached a link to a very good study on the effect of the oral contraceptive pill. It found that those ladies who took the pill for between 2 and 4 years, had around 2.4x the loss of gum attachment. For those who had taken the pill less than 2 years, there was little difference to those ladies not on the pill.

      The effect of the pill is always there. However, you can minimise the effect on your gums by cleaning as best you can, and visit your dentist regularly for professional cleaning as your gums will become more irritated more easily while taking the pill.

      There have been plenty of studies undertaken which show this effect clearly.

  31. QUESTION:
    What are the causes of gum disease?
    My mom’s just told her she has gum disease and might lose few teeth in the next few years. I think it has to do with her smoking but I want to know for sure be I say it to her.

    • ANSWER:
      There are a lot of contributing factors to gum disease including oral hygiene, tobacco use, etc. A person that doesn’t brush twice a day and floss regularly acquires a buildup of plaque on the teeth. This plaque in turn calcifies and hardens and forms calculus, also known tartar. The bacteria that lives on this calculus causes swelling and redness as the immune system tries to fight off the bacteria. The bacteria invades the surrounding tissues, and as the immune system kills bacteria, it actually begins destroying health tissue and bone as well. This is what leads to bone loss and recession, which are collectively referred to as periodontal disease or gum disease. It could be poor oral hygiene that led to her diseased state. However, tobacco does play a role as well. Tobacco stains the teeth and dries out the mouth, which creates a rough, drier surface for the plaque to stick to. Tobacco also reduces the amount of bleeding typically seen with gingivitis, the precursor to periodontal disease, so she may have missed out on a red flag that something was wrong before it was too late.

      I see this every single day, and it saddens me, because it is 100% preventable.
      For more information, you can check out the website below:

      http://www.perio.org/consumer/smoking.htm

  32. QUESTION:
    What are the odds of me having gum disease?
    hi, a part of my gum seems a little darker but i do not feel any pain and there are no other strange symptoms. What are the odds of me having gum disease and is treatment painful? I have a dentist appointment but i am just very paranoid

    • ANSWER:
      I had the beginning signs of gingivitus during my braces years. Since the doctor caught it early i was able to treat it with listerine mouth wash twice a day until it finally dissapeared while brushing my gums gently daily.

      Since your gums don’t bleed when you brush your teeth and its not painful to eat chances are if you do have gum disease it’s not severe.

      But see your dentist soon, if you do have early gum disease you maybe able to treat it with out any severe treatment, perhaps listerine maybe :D

      —my grandma and dad had gum disease. In order for them to clean out the bacteria they had to cut into the gums and clean out the infection. Of course it doesnt hurt during the process because your numbed with lots of novacane. After surgery there will be some throbbing where you had the oral surgery but pain medication can fix that. Plus gums heal rather quickly, nothing to fear.

  33. QUESTION:
    Can a lesbian get gum disease from sex?
    Small question to our lesbian sisters: Have you ever gotten gum disease from sexual contact and what did it look like? Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      mouth disease (HFMD) is due to an infection( i dont know that whether or not a girl can catch such..by kissing or..) that usually causes a typical illness, including a typical rash. It is most commonly caused by the Coxsackie A16 virus.(which is very dangerous) Some cases are caused by a different,(not by chewing someone elses gum), virus called enterovirus 71. Rarely, the same illness is caused by other strains of the Coxsackie virus.

  34. QUESTION:
    How does gum disease give you heart disease?
    How does gum disease give you heart disease? They seem so completely unrelated.

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  35. QUESTION:
    I have a gum disease and it feels like its under my tooth?
    Hello i have a gum disease in the lower right jaw and its has bin re accuring for about 3 weeks. It feels like its under my tooth and it hurts like no other. Im going to dentist tomorrow but i don’t know what they will do, can someone tell me if this is serious cause it hurts and ive tried everything and the only thing that’s keeping that pain down is just rinsing it out with water. Can someone tell me what the dentised will do?

    • ANSWER:
      If you have gum disease, that means that you have very deep pockets. This occurs mostly from lack of brushing and it is also genetic. This problem can be treated by periodontal cleanings every 3 months and gum treatment. There are a few options for Periodontal disease. First a deep cleaning is done – Scaling and root planning. Then there is medication which is put into the pockets called Arestin. Or the last option is gum surgery and bone grafting. It is very important to treat gum disease because it can lead to extreme bone loss where your teeth will become loose and need to be removed and unfortunately need to be replaced with a denture. No denture that will be made can be as good as your natural teeth.

      You may also want to see a Periodontist who is a gum specialist.

  36. QUESTION:
    Where can I find periodontist that offers LANAP-Periolase treatment for gum disease in the Philippines/Asia?
    I have heard of LANAP (Laser Assited New Attachment Procedure) from a periodontist in the US that it is another option for treating gum disease with no cut, no sew, no pain as compared to the conventional gum surgery. I have gum problems that was told I will need gum surgery and I am afraid to do it. So I am looking for an alternative to this. I am wondering if LANAP is available in the Philippines or in Asia?

    • ANSWER:
      perhaps you could try searching with google or bing. just type in is LANAP available in the Philippines or in Asia. i assume you have internet access since you are on yahoo…

  37. QUESTION:
    when i leave for Basic Combat Training and go to reception can the army disqualify me for having gum disease?
    i have gingival recession/gum disease and am scared that when i leave for BCT and they check me out at the reception battalion they will disqualify me. I would get it fixed before i leave but my medical will not cover it and i cant pay out of pocket. it would be cool to get an answer from a recruiter or someone that would kno for sure but anything helps.

    • ANSWER:
      Depends on how bad it is. You’ll have another physical at MEPS before you take off for Basic. If it’s bad enough you wont go to Basic until you take care of it otherwise they’ll send you to recption where you’ll be pulled aside get treated at Reception and join the gimp platoon until your fit enough to start Basic. Good Luck and enjoy the ride.

  38. QUESTION:
    I have a gum disease called periodontal disease, it has weakened my teeth, can my teeth be strong again?
    I have got a gum disease called periodontal disease and my teeth feel weak because of this, i have to get a deep clean (Scaling). This will leave a gap where the calculus have been removed and will leave my teeth quite loose. Will the gap close up and will my teeth strengthen? If not, how can I strengthen them?

    It scares me as I can’t even bite through anything with my front teeth unless the food is really soft, like bread for instance.

    • ANSWER:
      It is not your teeth, it is the foundation that is deteriorating. You have lost bone due to perio disease. Bone cannot grow back. That stuff HAS to be scaled off so it will not destroy what ever bone is left. Once you go through this process and your oral hygiene improves, you will no doubt be advised to show up for cleanings every three or four months, this is called perio maintenance. And this is forever now. All you can do, is stop it where it is and be very religious about your home care and keeping dental appointments. The gums will shrink down and firm up a bit without all that calculus sitting there. But the “gaps”, as you call them, will not fill in, bone is gone, never to return. Teeth that are really loose can be splinted together with bonding if needed. There are other things you can do if you end up losing a couple due to mobility. No worries, just follow their instructions to the tee, you cannot afford not to at this point. Yes, taking the calculus off will make your teeth loose, but leaving it there will make them “gone” in no time. So remember, it is not your teeth that are the problem, it is their foundation, ie…bone. They will tighten up a bit once you have a more healthy situation, possibly. It is hard to say without knowing the severity of the disease and the class of mobility. But hang in there, you will have a lot of dental homework to do for a long long time if you want to keep them.
      Peace

  39. QUESTION:
    does gum disease affect one side of the mouth or the whole of it?
    does gum disease affect your whole mouth or just one side of the mouth? cause my lower right side of my mouth is swollen. i can see two puncture marks on the inside of my cheek too, looks like a spider bite, but the internet says other wise. i don’t know what to believe, spider bite or gum disease?

    • ANSWER:
      You need to see a dentist and never get medical advice online.

  40. QUESTION:
    Does salt help you treat your gum disease?
    I have gum disease and am trying to get rid of it now. I am brushing and flossing about four times a day now but my mom also proposed I put salt on it. After doing that, my gums don’t bleed as much anymore, but they hurt so much more. Is salt something used to help treat gum disease or am I just agitating it?

    • ANSWER:
      Hot salt water rinses are still a standard treatment after dental surgery to help keep it clean and help healing. 1 teaspoon of salt to 8 ounces of hot water.

      I suspect part of the pain issue is that you’re brushing and flossing 4 times a day; all that “action” has things in a total uproar, agitated and that’s what is causing the pain. Flossing twice a day is plenty; morning and night. Don’t brush hard, use a soft toothbrush. Brushing hard and with a hard toothbrush will make problems worse.

      And whatever you’re doing should be under the guidance of a dentist. Take tylenol or advil for the pain until you can see a dentist.

  41. QUESTION:
    Would gum disease be a cause of bad taste in my mouth/throat?
    I clean my teeth everyday and try to look after them, but they have started to bleed a little so i’m worried it may be gum disease. I also have a funny taste in the back of my mouth/throat which i can only describe as when you’ve sprayed hairspray and accidently get the taste in your mouth! Can anyone advise please?

    • ANSWER:
      At my last teeth cleaning, my gums started to bleed and the hygienist told me to floss. So I started flossing every day and the bleeding stopped. The “funny taste” in your mouth… well that sounds kind of serious… you should see a dentist.

  42. QUESTION:
    How do I make my cat’s gum disease better?
    I brought my cat to the vet yesterday and he said he has a touch of gum disease.How do I help this myself?Should I brush them or change his food or something?help please.

    • ANSWER:
      You should have asked your vet this. He knows what type of gum disease your cat has, not us. So we cant actually help.

  43. QUESTION:
    What home remedy has helped your gum disease?
    I was diagnosed with gum disease years ago. I know that it is not good for your health and I don’t have dental ins. right now – unemployed. However, I know about keeping my mouth clean – brushing and flossing. I just want to know if there’s something else I can do. I found a good gum system and it is helping – less blood and no more smell.

    HELP!!

    • ANSWER:
      I have found rinsing with a dilluted solution of Hydrogen Peroxide helpful.

      However, this practice is not recommended for an extended time.

      http://www.truthorfiction.com/rumors/h/hydrogen-peroxide.htm

  44. QUESTION:
    Has anyone had 100% success treating gum disease/perionitis with natural products?
    I have advancing gum disease, no bleeding or soreness, but gum recession is dramatic.
    I can not afford treatment at this time. There seems to be many advertisments for natural products that have cured this disease without invasive root planning/scaling. The ads have glowing testimonials and obviously the cost is much less than conventional treatment. I would love to know if anyone has used any of these treatments, and if they are avail in Aus.

    • ANSWER:
      there is help..gum disease is bad as one can lose perfectly fine and healthy teeth due to the bone lose accompanying it and the resultant loosening and eventual loss of teeth,

      But there is help although I have no personal experience, I do believe in the integrity of the men who have helped others. One was highly spiritual and would not IMO lie. I have strong faith in both men..Dr John R Christopher (herballegacy.com) and Dr Richard Schulze (herbdoc.com)

      On a rare series of taped lectures given by Dr Christopher when he was teaching students, he tells of a woman depressed who had just been told they had to pull all her healthy teeth due to gum disease and by happenstance, she found the answer and to the dentist’s amazement kept all her teeth.

      The actual film may be at google videos if you type in his name as there are several on there but I am not sure if the one in question is online or not. In it a student also verifies what Christopher said by telling his own story about the herbs which helped.

      Luckily, the story of the woman is recounted at this link which also lists the formula that saved her teeth and rid her of the gum disease

      http://www.herballegacy.org/Gums.html

      It is the herbal tooth and gum powder (That includes the oak bark and is more comprehensive and was used in other successful cases) and you can buy bulk herbs in as little as one ounce or sometimes even less so it should be fairly reasonable in price but cheaper if you get locally at health food stores to save shipping costs.

      If using the other recommendations he gives at this link above when you read it, the (snh and the number in parentheses) this sch stands for his book “the school of natural healing” –a wonderful book available often through eBay, Amazon, libraries or health food store..the number refers to the page number..but if you want the proportions to a particular formula in that book, I could look it up for you if you email me as I know how stressful this must be,

      ,I have severe bruxism myself and am grinding my teeth so low I fear loss and need to pull eventually..on one my gums is higher than the teeth as I ground the teeth so low and it is uncomfortable and they had to grind my upper teeth down to relieve the pain of the gums being bitten all the time and my teeth are all getting shorter and shorter and this is upsetting and scary, so I empathize.

      Scroll down to the bottom for the testimony and also read the entire page and here is where the proportions of the formula is found (he has the words HHH and a number after it and that stands for this book linked below and the page number where the formula is found so one can get the right proportions of how much herbs of each to use.

      http://www.amazon.com/Herbal-Home-Health-Care-Christopher/dp/1879436035

      You can usually make herbal tinctures and mixtures at real savings..I generally save 90% over store costs

      But I think I may have the formula found in the home health herbal in another book of his I have as I have used it before..if you are interested, you can email me and I will look it up and send the proportions to you. You can then buy the bulk herbs at a health food store or coop or online. For best results, try to get organic or wild crafted herbs as they are 7-10 times higher in the pytochemicals that cure and prevent diseases.

      In addition, I recommend this formula and the suggestions by Dr Schulze who was the leading student of Dr Christopher and improved many of Christopher’s formulas and so forth in his 20 year underground clinic working with people dying and incurable with many miraculous results..he recommends using his tooth and gum formula with a water pick for best results (sometimes these can be found at thrift stores and you can still find replacement brushes if tight on funds although he says you can use it without water pick).

      I also recommend highly his films which can be seen by going to google and typing in the words Richard Schulze and clicking on videos..then watch the save your life series (originally they cost 0 but someone has kindly posted them).

      Go here for your gum disease and order the tooth and gum formula and use both of these men’s formulas– Christopher and Schulze’s (or maybe just one)– and hopefully you will have the same good results others had..

      http://www.herbdoc.com/p56.asp

  45. QUESTION:
    Gum disease – How long have you had periodontal disease?
    How often do you visit your dentist? Did you get any special treatment done other than regular (deep) cleaning? How bad is it if you have pocket depths of 5 and 6? Is it too early to have gum disease in your 30s?

    • ANSWER:
      A person should be visiting the dentist and hygienist every six months for cleanings. The “deep” cleaning you are referring to is called scaling and root planing and is only done on patients with periodontal disease who have deeper pocket depths than someone with healthy gums. Patients with periodontal pockets should be visiting a gum specialist called a Periodontist as often as every 3 months in order to stop or at least slow the progression of the disease. This disease is caused by inadequate brushing and flossing over a long period of time and irregular professional cleanings. It is a complicated process but basically the bacteria in the plaque and calculus on your teeth and under your gums eventually causes bone loss around your teeth and the eventual loss of your teeth.

      Pocket depths of 5-6mm are considered fairly serious and need to be treated right away. The calculus on the root surface needs to be removed by a professional. Also, periodontal disease can absolutely occur in your thirty’s and is even more serious because if it starts progressing at such an early age you could lose your teeth at an early age as well. I hope this info. helps! I am a dental hygiene student.

  46. QUESTION:
    what is the best product to buy for gum disease ?
    hi i have recently been told that i have gum disease and could lose up to 9 teeth from the bottom, i brush my teeth twice a day and have always done this so i was quite shocked and still am to know that i might lose my teeth. can anyone advise the best product that i can buy to help me get rid of this gum disease and save my teeth. thank you very much…….. i cant sleep properly because of the worry

    • ANSWER:
      Didn’t your dentist recommend anything when he told you about the gum disease? I would have thought you would have been really concerned at that time and would have been given explicit instructions by your dentist about reversing this disease. If you don’t brush properly, brushing twice daily does no good! I would think your dentist would certainly be concerned, because when you lose those teeth, he will have that many less teeth to be able to work on! Call or go to his office and ask questions about the diseased gum area and what you can do to reverse the disease. He’ll tell you about the best products to be using! Good luck!

  47. QUESTION:
    How do i get rid of gum disease?
    once you have gum disease can you get rid of it? i have been going to the dentist and he said i have gum disease and he only recommended flossing and brushing twice a day. but what i want to know is once you have the disease will it ever go away?

    • ANSWER:
      Gum disease is caused by bacteria, which have formed into a film called plaque.

      If you brush and floss carefully the film doesn’t have time to grow properly. Most people do brush, but they develop certain habits which means they brush some places well, so plaque doesn’t build up there. but miss other places, where plaque does build up.

      Once plaque forms it becomes more difficult to remove as the days, weeks, and months go by. It doesn’t take many hours before mouthwashes become useless, because they can’t penetrate the film. The plaque gradually matures, so that bacteria which cause little harm are replaced by others which become more harmful as the plaque matures.

      As the number of harmful bacteria increase the join between the gum and tooth is attacked and the body tries to defend itself. You may begin to notice bleeding as you brush and the gum becoming redder.

      If this continues over weeks, months, and years, the gum comes away from the tooth and a pocket forms, so the bacterial mass grows into the space. Eventually the pockets become so deep that it is impossible for you to clean it out and your dentist or hygienist must help you.

      If you don’t get help and it continues the teeth may become loose, because the supporting bone is destroyed.

      The disease won’t stop unless the bacterial plaque is removed.

  48. QUESTION:
    Is there others ways besides brushing my cat’s teeth to prevent gum disease?
    Recently my 1st cat named Shirley(which i no longer take care of) was recently diagnosed with gum disease and breast cancer. I now take care of a young cat named Monster who still has good teeth, but i need to take some action in order to prevent what Shirley faces and so his teeth won’t be falling from left to right.
    Also the sound holding my cat down and opening his mouth to brush his teeth seems like a hassle

    • ANSWER:
      My cats will not let me brush their teeth, but my vet recommended pet toothpaste that has enzymes in it. My cats absolutely LOVE eating it. I just put a tiny amount on a pet toothbrush, and the cats kind of chew/lick it off. Then I repeat, and the cats chew/lick off more of it. While this isn’t exactly “brushing” their teeth, they are distributing the toothpaste in their mouths, and the enzymes work well to decrease tartar buildup. The brand I use (that I first purchased at the vet, but now purchase online) is C.E.T. My kitties love the poultry flavor. It’s very reasonably priced (about .99 a tube) and seems to work very well. Good luck!

  49. QUESTION:
    Will my gum grow back if I got the gum disease?
    I believe my gum is decaying as it bleed whenever I brush my teeth and the bottom part of my tooth is exposing that I always find plague accumulating around it.

    I was just wondering if a person have gum disease can he recover from it?

    Will the gum ever grow back or once it decayed and it is lost forever?

    • ANSWER:
      depends on “attachment loss”

      Go see your local dentist and have a cleaning and full examination.

  50. QUESTION:
    Can brushing your teeth too much cause gum disease?
    Can brushing your teeth too much cause gum disease?

    • ANSWER:
      Not gum disease, but it can definitely irritate your gums. People think nowadays that you need to brush with a hard bristle brush to scrape off all the food and bacteria. This is not always the case.

      Hard toothbrushes can not only scrape off bacteria, but also enamel depending on how hard you brus and with what toothpaste. It is best to use a soft bristle brush. If you’re brushing a lot and experiencing soreness, you’re probably being too hard on your gums. It’s good to brush them to prevent gingivitis, and I doubt you can get a disease from cleaning too much. If you’re having serious pain or bleeding, it’s best to consult your dentist, but if they’re just sore I would try using a soft bristle brush and go a little easier on the sore spots and see if that makes a difference.

      Are you flossing, too? Flossing is the most important part. If you brush, but don’t floss, and fear you have a disease, then it might be something from the lack of flossing. If this is the case, definitely see your dentist.


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