Three Reasons You Should Never Ignore Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is incredibly common among adults and is one of the most frustrating things that dental professionals deal with because it is very preventable.
At Stony Brook Family Dentistry it is all too common that we see people in need of dental surgery with generally healthy teeth, but serious periodontal disease. These patients ignored early signs such as bad breath and bleeding gums, and allowed their condition to progress to the point that they are now at risk of losing some of their teeth. Gum disease is no laughing matter.
Here are three reasons why you should not ignore early warning signs of gum disease…
3 Things Needed For Better Oral Hygiene
Oral hygiene is essential for healthy teeth and gums both in the short and long-term. Patients require regular care to ensure those teeth and gums do not begin to decay and deteriorate over time.
There are many ways of ensuring oral hygiene problems are a thing of the past for patients. Let’s take a glance at three things a patient should incorporate into their daily routine for better oral hygiene.
Mouthwash
One of the best ways of ensuring those gums do not decay is with the use of quality mouthwashes. By rinsing one’s mouth with mouthwash each morning, the gums will stay healthy for a long time.
Not only are the benefits associated with keeping one’s gums healthy, but mouthwash also improves breath related concerns.
Flossing
One of the biggest mistakes made by patients when it comes to their oral hygiene is not flossing. A lot of ‘gunk’ can become stuck between teeth that needs to be removed and taken care of in order to ensure the longevity and health of the teeth.
Flossing ensures the teeth are not going to decay and will remain as healthy as possible both in the short and long-term. It is important to remain patient while flossing and not rushing through the process.
Diet
The last factor has little do with flossing, brushing, or mouthwashes. It has to do with one’s diet throughout the day. Those who are constantly drinking sugary fluids or eating unhealthy foods will start to notice them take an effect on the teeth.
Having a diet that is free from these foods is essential. Oral hygiene is about changing one’s lifestyle as a whole to have better teeth. This begins outside the washroom with dietary changes. Smoking is another no-no and should be avoided at all costs.
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