Cure for GingivitisAre you at risk?Treatment of gingivitis when you need it most
Chronic inflammation from gingivitis leads to a higher than normal C reactive protein level and an increased risk for many
chronic diseases.
Are you at risk for gingivitis?Yes, we all are and it's important to avoid gingivitis at every age. However, there are times and circumstances that make gingivitis prevention even more critical...
TeensHormonal changes and poor brushing and flossing make teens more prone gingivitis. Once hormones level out and they develop better hygiene habbits, teenage gingivitis usually clears up.
Orthodontic patientsBecause it is difficult to remove plaque that accumulates around orthodontic devices, kids or adults wearing many types of orthodontic braces or brackets are likely to have gingivitis.Once gums are swollen its even more difficult to clean around orthodontic brackets. If you wear orthodontic braces, you need to be extra thorough...don't skip brushing or flossing. Using an electric toothbrush and Waterpik flosser will make it easier to prevent and cure gingivitis while wearing dental braces.
PregnancyWe can blame hormones and the exhaustion that often accompanies pregnancy. Pregnancy gingivitis happens because higher progesterone level may make it easier for bacteria to grow. Also gums are more sensitive to plaque.It doesn't help that pregnanat women are extra tired and may have an overly active gag reflex. If you already have gum disease, being pregnant can make it worse. Because gum disease is a risk factor for pre term labor it is important to cure.
Dry mouth
There are several reasons for having a
dry mouth.
Some have an inadequate amount of saliva and have a dry mouth most of the time.
Others breath through their mouth at night.
Either way is not good...Gums are not meant to be dry and need saliva to stay healthy. Finding a cure for gingivitis is harder with a dry mouth. If you breath through your mouth, you most likely have gingivitis in the front of your mouth. Mouth breathing gingivitis is very common. The inside surface of your upper incisors is most impacted by mouth breathing because it has no protection from your lips. If your gums hurt or bleed when you floss between your upper front teeth and keep bleeding even after you have flossed correctly for a week, it's likely that you have gingivitis caused by mouth breathing. chronic allergies, sinus problems, sleep apnea, or snoring can lead to mouth breathing at night. Watch for symptoms of gingivitis if you have any of these conditions.
Here are some tips for curing mouth breathing gingivitis:
It is not easy to find a cure for gingivitis if you have a dry mouth, wear braces, are pregnant, or are in your teens. But don't give up... it is important to do everything possible to minimize the effects and avoid chronic inflammation from gingivitis. Click here for more about
how to treat gingivitis
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