Tag Archive for ‘gingivitis’
Teeth Whitening: Two Side Effects of Whitening Your Teeth
Did you know that more than half of all people who bleach their teeth end up with sensitive teeth as a result? It seems like people are willing to go through a lot just to get whiter teeth. In this article, I’m going to talk about the two main side effects of whitening your teeth: [...]
Periodontal Disease – Not Cavities – Is the Leading Cause of Tooth Loss
If someone asked you what the #1 cause of tooth loss is in people over age 35, what would you guess? If you’re like most people, you would probably guess that it’s cavities. Unfortunately…you’d be wrong. It is generally accepted that the leading cause of tooth loss in people over 35 is periodontitis, more commonly [...]
Get Rid of Gingivitis By Using These Four Tips
If you’ve noticed that your gums are red and puffy, or that they bleed whenever you brush your teeth, you may have gingivitis. Gingivitis is defined as an inflammation of the gums without any loss of the attachment to the tooth. When the gums start to recede from the tooth, gingivitis has advanced to a [...]
Seven Reasons Your Gums Are Enlarged
Throughout your life, you may notice that your gums may sometimes get bigger from time to time. There are many different reasons that your gums may be enlarged. While it is widely known that if you don’t brush your teeth and floss regularly, you can develop gingivitis, which is an inflammation of the gums. However, [...]
What Is Oil Pulling Therapy and Can it Improve Dental Health?
Oil pulling therapy is an ancient medicinal technique that is used to improve oral health. Oil Pulling therapy involves putting a tablespoon of vegetable oil (usually sunflower or sesame seed oil) into your mouth and swishing it around like mouthwash for an extended period of time. It is recommended to do this on an empty [...]
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