September 15th, 2008 by admin

The gum disease are the first cause of falling teeth in adults. At the root of these problems are poor oral hygiene, an imbalance food or simple hormonal changes. To keep a smile, it is better to treat his gums as well as its teeth. Beyond the teeth, good oral hygiene also requires special care brought on the gums.These disorders periodontal (Parodontite or gingivitis) can lead to tooth loss.

Parodontite or gingivitis?
Whether gingivitis or a periodontitis, bleeding gums is often the only symptom detectable by the patient. It is therefore important always to consult his dentist for a diagnosis:
In the case of gingivitis, inflammation of the gums is local. It is less painful and especially reversible;
In contrast, in case of periodontitis the whole support structure of the tooth, or periodontal, which can be achieved and inflammation spreads in depth. The situation is more painful and irreversible.But in both cases, the bacteria in the plaque which are responsible.

Risk factors appear periodontal problems
But what are the risk factors for these problems gums? According to Surgeon dentist and secretary general of the French Society of actors of Public Health oral (ASPBD), Dr Fabien Cohen details are following:
i) Oral hygiene inadequate: If the plaque is not removed regularly, bacteria that comprise find themselves at the root of the tooth and produce enzymes that can damage the epithelial attached (which connects the tip of the gum to the tooth) and induce inflammation.
ii) Tobacco, alcohol and unbalanced diet: By promoting the accumulation of plaque, they potentiate the risk of gingival inflammation.
iii) Food too weak: The absence of chewing limit muscle activity and thus weakens tissue support.This encourages periodontal disorders.
iv) Hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy: The many hormonal changes of pregnancy increase and exaggerate the reaction of the gums enzymes released by the bacteria of the plate.
v) Gingival recession: If the gums do more to the teeth, pockets holding food and dental plaque can form between the gums and teeth.
vi) Reduced saliva flow: age, taking certain medications (antihistamines, antidepressants, diuretics …) or diseases with an action on the salivary glands can lead to dry mouth which complicates the elimination of dental plaque.

Preventing periodontal problems
Despite these risk factors plaque, formed from the debris food alone is responsible for the development of periodontal disorders or gum treatments. To keep gums healthy, it suffices to eliminate gum regularly.”The plaque remains healthy up to six hours after its formation, then it becomes pathogen. To be effective should be brushing your teeth at least twice a day, “said Dr Cohen.
The use of dental floss and brossettes interdental ensures the effective elimination of the plate. To choose the right toothpaste, antibacterial action is recommended. Some mouthwashes spot may also be effective, but in this case it is better that they do not contain alcohol. For the toothbrush, it must be flexible preferably not have too much hair and have a handle especially suited to his hand.
Despite all these efforts dental plaque can persist and calcify into tartar. So to apply for a regular scaling your dentist.
Until the thirties, gums rarely pose problem.They are actually capable of effectively during the first 30 years of life.Then, with age, they also tend to grow old.They are more sensitive to the daily attacks: aggression by the toxins of dental plaque, brushing too energy with a toothbrush lasts or in poor condition.
Among pregnant women, hormonal changes associated with pregnancy significantly increases the sensitivity of the gums. Pour le Dr Cohen, For Dr. Cohen, “it is therefore essential that the mother takes a dental hygiene ultra-strict in the early weeks of pregnancy and she makes two to three times at his dentist before birth.”
The descent gums found in the elderly also favors the emergence of periodontal unrest since the surface accessible to the toothbrush is reduced.

What crisis?
The gingivitis and periodontitis can be sources of acute pain and unfortunately few treatments exist to alleviate them.A simple painkiller will promptly alleviate pain.Dr. Fabien Cohen reveals a trick: to brush the gums with the balm first baby teeth.
But as always, it is important to consult with dentist at the earliest symptoms.