Gum Disease Prevention

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• Gum Disease Prevention

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• There are many different means of preventing gum
  disease, also known as periodontal disease.
  Incurable in its advanced stages, yet highly
  treatable, it is better to avoid getting it in
  the first place. That's where we come in, and
  here we'll cover a few tips and pointers to help
  keep your gums healthy strong.

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• The most essential thing you can do to prevent
  the onset of periodontal disease is to floss
  brush regularly, in that order. Regular flossing
  removes lodged food and plaque that otherwise
  would not be removed through brushing, and
  scrapes off microscopic deposits of bacteria - a
  primary source of disease.

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• Following this up with brushing scrubs and washes
  away this material as well as that which is on
  the outward surfaces of the teeth, and also
  removes the plaque forming along the gumline.
  Let's not take things out of context, however -
  good dental health really does not occur very
  often in a vacuum.

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• That brings us to another level, if you will, of
  gum disease prevention dental visits. Annual
  visits to your local dentist are the chance to
  identify any problems which may not be noticed
  through home-based care.

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• Your dentist also has the equipment and tools to
  thoroughly clean your teeth above and below the
  gumline, as well as putting on a nice polish.
  During your visit, the dentist can properly
  diagnose and determine whether you have the
  initial stages of gum disease, called gingivitis,
  and treat it with antibiotics.

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• These two levels of treatment, when followed,
  will ensure the best possible prevention of gum
  disease, although they are by no means a
  guarantee. Gum disease can also be caused by
  factors beyond your control, such as genetics or
  as a complication from other illnesses,

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• but these are often the exception.
• A well-planned program of routine flossing and
  brushing in the comfort of your own home, coupled
  with scheduled visits with a professional dentist
  provide the best chances of maintaining healthy
  gums and a beautiful smile which will last a
  lifetime!
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