Gingivitis

Our bodies can get sick, and so can our teeth. Gingivitis is like a minor gum disease. The symptoms are mild at first. It is mainly caused by some bacteria, some small particles of food, and our saliva. They are mixed together and stick to the teeth. We don't bite every bite of food into small pieces when we eat. It is normal to have tiny food residues. As long as we rinse our mouths and brush our teeth in time, they will not pose a threat to us. If we don't brush our teeth or floss in time, those sticky things will stay on the surface of the gums for a long time and irritate the fragile gums, causing gum inflammation, especially those places that are not brushed clean. The symptoms of gingivitis are obvious. The gums will become red and swollen, and they will bleed when brushing or flossing. Gingivitis can cause gum pain. Severe gingivitis hurts more than losing money, and the breath will also become bad.

Treatment and prevention of gingivitis

Gingivitis is mainly caused by bacteria, so it is important to eliminate these bacteria. The doctor will prescribe some antibiotics for you according to your situation to help the body fight infection. In more serious cases, in addition to taking medicine, you can also use some ointments. Applying them on the gums with a cotton swab will heal faster. In daily life, it is important to protect oral health. It is recommended to brush your teeth at least twice a day, in the morning and at night. If you really don’t have time to brush your teeth, it is best to rinse your mouth with clean water. Brush for 2 to 3 minutes. Using a soft-bristled toothbrush will not irritate the gums. Some toothbrushes are too hard and will make the gums bleed. Use dental floss and toothpicks to clean the gaps between teeth and remove food residues and bacteria. Go to the dentist regularly and ask them to help you check and clean your teeth. This way, bacteria will not easily accumulate into tartar, and if there is tartar, it can be removed in time. Eat more foods rich in vitamin C and calcium, which can make your teeth and gums healthier. Smoking and drinking too much alcohol are not good for the gums. Avoiding these is also a good way to protect the gums.

Periodontitis

Simply put, periodontitis is when the gums become inflamed to the point of being more severe. By this time, the inflammation is not just on the surface of the gums, but deep inside the supporting structures of the teeth, including the gums, ligaments, and bone. Damage to these parts is like starting with a house leak that only wets the floor, only to have that leak not be dealt with properly the floor goes from being wet to being soaked to being corroded by the water exposing the building materials inside, periodontitis is one such more serious condition. Periodontitis develops when gingivitis develops severely and the inflammation penetrates deep into the tissues surrounding the teeth. A small gap called a "periodontal pocket" may form between the gums and teeth, where bacteria like to grow. These bacteria produce toxins that stimulate our body's immune response, further destroying tissue and bone, causing the gums to recede, exposing the root of the tooth, and making the tooth look like it's getting longer. As periodontitis continues to progress, the worst result is tooth movement and even loss, which usually manifests itself in persistent bad breath, receding gums, loose teeth, changes in the bite, and pus around the teeth and gums. It is important to visit your dentist as soon as you notice these symptoms.