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Protect Your Smiles - Know Signs Of An Abscess Tooth And Gingivitis

By Rai Micht

It is a very common event in everyones life to see swollen or bleeding gums when you get up to brush your teeth. This problem with your gums, due to inflammation is called gingivitis. At least one member in every household would be suffering from this problem. If is not treated at the nick of time it can aggravate to become a serious gum disease like periodontitis. Gingivitis is a form of periodontal disease wherein you suffer inflammation as well as infection of gums.

Plaque is the sticky film composed of bacteria. Bacteria mainly feeds on the sugar and starch from the foods and drinks consumed, which results to plaque. In spite of being easily removed, they can accumulate within 24 hours. Once they are not removed, they harden under the gum line, forming tartar. Among the many causes of tooth loss is not maintaining simple oral hygiene. When appropriate care is taken, you can avoid plaque deposits which are the long term effects of gingivitis.

Gingivitis, along with signs of an abscess tooth, is one of the major causes of tooth loss. The combination of plaque and tartar can irritate your gums causing gingiva. Gums get terribly damaged due to bacteria and toxin bacteria making it swollen and tender (a reason for bleeding gums).

Gingivitis can have several stages varying from mild, moderate and severe. Everyone is at risk of this dental condition. It is considered to develop from the time of puberty or upon an increase in hormones such as during early period of adulthood. Dental health mainly depends on how well you take care of your teeth and gums.

Diabetes increases your chances of having gingivitis. Having dry mouth increases the risk of gum disease. Having a weak immunity can also cause this problem to arise. To avoid such a face off with death, proper oral hygiene would help you in the long run.

Frequent gingivitis signs and symptoms include : developing mouth sores, puffy gums, bleeding gums during brushing, tender/soft gums, gum discoloration, signs of an abscess tooth, as well as halitosis.

Home remedies you can try to avoid signs of an abscess tooth and other symptoms of gingivitis are as follows:

1. Apply a mixture of baking soda with little water using your finger. Once completed, brush your teeth to take away the bacterial waste for shining effect.

2. Put together 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide with same amounts of water. Swish, don't swallow the solution in your mouth for 30 seconds. This aids in killing the bacteria.

3. You can brush your gums and teeth with Aloe Vera gel for better effects. It helps in reduction of plaque formation as well as works as a healing agent.

Before using the remedies, consult your dentist to avoid unnecessary side effects or allergies. Talking with your dentist concerning signs of an abscess tooth, swollen gums, gum recession and other gingivitis symptoms is the best defense in avoiding the condition from advancing. - 26706

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