Posted by: Dentist
on Jan 04, 2010
Bleeding gums can be a sign of periodontal diseases, especially gingivitis. Gums bleed mainly because of inadequate removal of plaque from teeth and gums, especially gum lines. If plaque is not removed from teeth and gums through regular brushing and flossing and professional dental cleanings by a general dentist, it will harden on the gum lines and lead to inflammation of the gums, called gingivitis and causes them to bleed. If not treated, it leads to increased bleeding and advanced gum and jawbone diseases called periodontitis. Eventually, it will destroy the soft tissue and bone supporting the teeth and your teeth may become loose and fall out.
Posted by: Dentist
on Dec 24, 2009
Your teeth and gums are not safe from high blood sugar. As your blood sugar level goes higher and higher the risk of tooth decays (cavities) and gum diseases become more and more.
Mouth naturally contains many kinds of bacteria. Sugar and starches in the foods we take interact with these bacteria and form a sticky film on the teeth which we call plaque. The acid in the plaque eats away the enamel of the teeth and can lead to cavities. With the higher blood sugar that comes with diabetes, the wear on the teeth becomes more and the risk of cavities becomes higher.
Posted by: Dentist
on Dec 19, 2009
Dental care for kids should start even before their teeth come out. Just because you can't see the teeth doesn't mean that they're not there. Many babies are born with several teeth completely developed in their jaw. Wipe your baby's gums with a soft damp cloth after each feeding. It helps preventing the buildup of bacteria. After the teeth appear, start brushing them with a soft kid's toothbrush twice a day. As a
kids dentist I recommend using fluoride toothpastes only when your child is pre-school age. Always use only a small amount of them. Kids usually swallow most of these toothpastes and swallowing too much of them can leave permanent stains on the teeth.
