With the improvement of living conditions, a variety of delicious foods have emerged, and people's food intake has become more diverse and extensive. As a result, oral diseases have become one of the common problems that affect the health of many people. Among them, gum disease is particularly common and cannot be ignored. Gum disease not only causes oral discomfort, but may also lead to more serious health problems. Therefore, if you want to better prevent the occurrence of gum disease, you must understand the types, symptoms and prevention methods of gum disease.
What are the types of gum disease and what are their symptoms?
Gum disease is often silent and has no obvious symptoms in the early stages, so it is difficult to detect in the early stages, which means that symptoms may not appear until the later stages of the disease. Here are some common types of oral gum disease:
Gingivitis: The mildest form of gum disease, usually caused by plaque accumulation. Symptoms of gingivitis include red and swollen gums, bleeding (especially when brushing), and bad breath. In addition to these symptoms, many people usually have little or no discomfort at this stage, because it is also easy to be ignored. If not treated in time, gingivitis will develop into the more serious periodontitis. Fortunately, gingivitis can be reversed with professional treatment and good home oral care.
Periodontitis: Periodontitis is the advanced stage of untreated gingivitis. At this time, the inflammation will spread to the bones and tissues around the teeth, causing the teeth to loosen or even fall out. Symptoms include gum recession, persistent bad breath, loose teeth, abscesses, etc.
Necrotic gingivitis: This disease is rare and usually occurs in people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms include severe gum pain, ulcers, necrosis and fever, which require emergency treatment.
Gum recession: refers to the phenomenon that the gum tissue gradually recedes, exposing the tooth root. Under normal circumstances, the gums cover the root part of the tooth, but as the gums shrink, the root will be exposed. This situation not only affects the appearance, but may also lead to tooth sensitivity, increased risk of caries, and even loose teeth.
How can gum disease be prevented?
Relevant data research shows that if most oral diseases can be prevented early and good oral hygiene is maintained, the risk of oral diseases can be effectively reduced. The following are some common and effective prevention methods:
Maintain good oral hygiene habits: The correct brushing method is the basis for preventing gum disease. Use a soft-bristled toothbrush to brush your teeth at least twice a day, and use dental floss to clean the gaps between teeth to remove physical debris in the gaps between teeth. Choose fluoride toothpaste and replace toothbrushes regularly. Adhere to good dental cleaning to help remove dental plaque and keep the mouth clean.
Pay attention to mucosal cleaning: In addition to brushing and flossing, it is equally important to clean the oral mucosa (such as the tongue, under the tongue, inside the cheeks, and gums). Bacteria and food residues can also accumulate on the tongue coating. Using professional oral cleaning tools (such as oral mucosa cleaners) can help completely remove bacteria in the mouth and reduce the risk of gingivitis.
Regular oral examinations: At least two oral examinations a year can detect and treat gum disease early. Dentists can perform professional dental cleaning to remove plaque and tartar and prevent further development of gum disease.
Healthy diet and quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption: Healthy eating habits are also important for gum health. Reducing sugar intake helps reduce the formation of dental plaque. Smoking and excessive drinking increase the risk of gum disease, so quitting smoking and limiting alcohol consumption is essential for maintaining gum health.
How Tongueclear can help you prevent gum disease
TongueClear is a brand-new brand of cleaning products specially developed for delicate oral mucosa. They developed an oral airbag cleaner with Flexconform adaptive fitting technology from a physical level. The patented scraping texture can maximize the contact area between the brush head and the oral cavity during use, and can massage the gums during use to promote blood circulation. The brush head is soft and elastic, comfortable to use with low foreign body sensation, and can remove food residues and bacterial biofilms in the oral cavity through physical means. In addition, TongueClear has also developed an oral mucosal gel containing lysozyme and glycosidase. Lysozyme can dissolve a variety of pathogens in the oral cavity, and glycosidase can decompose residual sugar in the oral cavity, destroying the living space of bacteria to kill bacteria from the root for a long time, and can remove oral bacterial biofilms from the source. It is extracted from pure natural plants and has safe ingredients. Long-term use will not damage the oral mucosa or cause an imbalance in the oral flora. In addition, proper oral hygiene can effectively prevent gum diseases, especially gum recession, which is mainly caused by the stimulation of the gums by bacteria and food residues caused by untimely oral hygiene. As long as scientific oral hygiene can be performed, the incidence of gum recession can be greatly reduced. The oral cleaner developed by Tongueclear is the best choice for comprehensive oral mucosal cleaning.
Gum disease is one of the most common oral diseases. From gingivitis to periodontitis, untreated gum disease can lead to serious oral problems. Therefore, understanding what gum disease is and how to prevent it is essential to maintaining oral health. Through good oral hygiene and mucosal cleaning habits, regular checkups, and a healthy lifestyle, you can effectively prevent gum disease and ensure improved oral health and overall health.
Maintaining a healthy mouth is not only for a beautiful smile, but also for overall health. I hope everyone pays attention to oral hygiene and takes preventive measures from now on to stay away from the troubles of gum disease.
