{"id":152,"date":"2019-09-18T12:24:25","date_gmt":"2019-09-18T12:24:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/blog\/?p=152"},"modified":"2019-12-17T09:41:36","modified_gmt":"2019-12-17T09:41:36","slug":"6-ways-to-keep-your-gums-healthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stavyadental.com\/blog\/6-ways-to-keep-your-gums-healthy\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways to Keep Your Gums Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>6 Ways to Keep Your Gums Healthy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Gum\n     disease<\/li><li>Floss<\/li><li>Get\n     regular cleanings<\/li><li>Quit\n     smoking<\/li><li>Brush\n     twice a day<\/li><li>Use\n     fluoride toothpaste<\/li><li>Use\n     mouthwash<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a><strong>What\u2019s\nso great about gums?<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to your mouth\u2019s health, it\u2019s not all\nabout how straight your teeth are or how bright your smile is. You can\u2019t forget\nabout your gums! Even if you\u2019re cavity-free and have the pearliest chompers in\ntown, that doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re immune to gum disease. Since it\u2019s usually\npainless, most people have no idea that anything is wrong with their gums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a><strong>What\nis gum disease?<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gum disease starts when plaque builds up under and\nalong the gum line. Plaque is a sticky film-like substance that\u2019s filled with\nbacteria. It can cause infections that hurt the gum and bone, leading to gum\ndisease and tooth decay. Plaque also can cause gingivitis, the earliest stage\nof gum disease. Gingivitis causes your gums to become: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>inflamed<\/li><li>tender<\/li><li>red<\/li><li>swollen<\/li><li>prone\n     to bleeding<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, since the bone and tissue holding the\nteeth in place aren\u2019t impacted, this damage is Reversible <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also develop periodontitis, an advanced\nform of gum disease. Periodontitis impacts the bones that hold your teeth in\nplace. Left untreated, it can ruin the gums, bones, and tissues connected to\nyour teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The final stage of gum disease is advanced\nperiodontitis. This is when the fibers and bone supporting your teeth are\ndestroyed. It can impact your bite, and teeth may need to be removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the American Dental Association (ADA),\nsigns that you might have gum disease include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>consistently\n     bad taste or breath<\/li><li>separating\n     or loose permanent teeth<\/li><li>gums\n     that easily bleed<\/li><li>gums\n     that are swollen, red, or tender<\/li><li>gums\n     that have pulled away from your teeth<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Gum disease is preventable. Here are a few ways you\ncan help keep your gums healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a><strong>1.\nFloss<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Floss at least once a day. This helps remove the\nplaque and food that\u2019s beyond your toothbrush\u2019s reach, according to the ADA. It\ndoesn\u2019t matter when you floss. Do it at night, do it in the morning, or do it\nafter lunch&#8230; just do it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a><strong>2.\nGet regular dental cleanings<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist can detect early gum disease symptoms\nif you see them on a regular basis. That way symptoms can be treated before\nthey become more serious. A professional cleaning is the only way to remove\ntartar. It can also get rid of any plaque you missed when brushing or flossing.\nIf you have gingivitis, brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings can\nhelp reverse it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a><strong>3.\nQuit smoking<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet another reason for smokers to quit: Smoking is\nstrongly associated with the onset of gum disease. Since smoking weakens your\nimmune system, it also makes it harder to fight off a gum infection, say the Centers\nfor Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)Trusted Source. Plus, smoking makes it\nmore difficult for your gums to heal once they\u2019ve been damaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a><strong>4.\nBrush twice a day<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brush your teeth after every meal. This helps\nremove the food and plaque trapped between your teeth and gums. Scrub your\ntongue too, since it can harbor bacteria. Your toothbrush should have soft\nbristles and fit in your mouth comfortably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider a battery-powered or electric toothbrush.\nThese can help reduce gingivitis and plaque more than manual brushing. Swap\ntoothbrushes or toothbrush heads every three to four months, or sooner if the\nbristles start to fray. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a><strong>5.\nUse fluoride toothpaste<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for toothpaste, store shelves are lined with\nbrands that claim to reduce gingivitis, freshen breath, and whiten teeth. How\ndo you know which one is best for healthy gums? Make sure to choose toothpaste\nthat contains fluoride and has the ADA seal of acceptance. After that, the\nflavor and color is up to you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can purchase toothpaste that contains fluoride\nonline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a><strong>6.\nUse a therapeutic mouthwash<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Usually available over the counter, therapeutic\nmouthwashes can help reduce plaque, prevent or reduce gingivitis, reduce the\nspeed that tarter develops, or a combination of these benefits, according to\nthe <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ada.org\/en\/member-center\/oral-health-topics\/mouthrinse\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ADA<\/a>. Plus: A rinse helps remove food\nparticles and debris from your mouth, though it\u2019s not a substitute for flossing\nor brushing. Look for the ADA seal, which means it\u2019s been deemed effective and\nsafe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn\u2019t matter whether your brush, floss, or\nrinse first. 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