Posted in Health on 08/17/2010 05:36 am by admin
To reinstate the sparkling smile not only teeth but gum care is also very important. Gum disease is also recognized as “periodontal disease”. It is bacterial infection that damages the attachment fibers and the supporting bone that holds the teeth in the mouth. The word periodontal factually means “around the tooth.” In the following article different types of gum disease, their causes and prevention are explained.
Untreated Periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss or heart problems such as artery blockage or stroke. Periodontal disease may affect one or many incisors. Plaque and bacteria cause gum disease which affects the gum severely. If plaque, film on the teeth is deposited on the teeth for a long time and not removed correctly with the help of flossing and brushing then it becomes harder and then it is called tartar. When this tartar and bacteria grow below and around the gum, gum disease takes place. We should know what kinds of gum diseases are affecting our oral health before taking care of periodontal diseases. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted in Health on 08/16/2010 06:57 am by admin
The billions of bacteria live in the mouth and they undeniably manipulate the health of teeth and gums. However, they also cause problems for the heart and blood vessels. Read out full article to get information about the relation of mouth bacteria and heart disease and also know tips that breaks this relation.
In the United States, the number one cause of mortality is heart disease since 1900. Several extensive studies in the early 2000s have suggested that mouth bacteria and heart disease related to each other. People having gum disease (periodontal disease) were twice as likely possible to also have coronary artery disease, along with other heart-related health conditions. Both these diseases share some of the same risk factors including smoking, genetics, increasing age and stress. Studies have clearly shown that there is some correlation between the mouth bacteria and heart disease. Being aware of this relationship and what to do about is very important.
Posted in Health on 06/16/2010 05:09 am by admin
A very common problem, toothache can be treated very easily by using simple home remedies using baking soda, salt water & olive oil.
A toothache is a very common problem in which people experiences aching or pain in a tooth. Pain occurs in the nerves connecting the teeth, or there is a swelling on the gums. It can be a sign of tooth decay and chiefly caused due to the inflammation of tooth pulp. When the damage of hard enamel of tooth takes place, it permits infecting organisms to enter the tooth that results in inflammation and pain.
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