It is true that health is wealth and it is very important to ensure we lead a healthy lifestyle. However, in our efforts to be healthy, we tend to solely focus on our physical health and often neglect dental hygiene and health. It is important to understand that as much as the lungs and heart are prone to diseases, our gums are also vulnerable. Hence, by ignoring oral hygiene and health, you are inviting trouble and possibly gum diseases.
As one of the leading dental clinics in Pune, our staff at Oswal Dental Clinic is committed to offering advanced and highly effective dental treatments to our patients. We understand the importance of maintaining optimum oral hygiene and thus, encourage and guide our patients to develop good oral habits. A team of highly professional dental doctors offers their insights regarding gum diseases in this blog to educate our patients and help them prevent gum diseases.
Gum diseases
It is essential to understand that gum disease does not form overnight and it develops over a period of time in different stages. As it develops over multiple stages, a gum disease can be prevented or taken care off with changes in oral habits, diet, and changes in lifestyle.
Gingivitis
One of the most common and first stages of gum disease is Gingivitis in which the gums appear to be swollen and appear red in color. The condition can be easily taken care off by brushing and using dental floss. Moreover, the damage can be easily reversed provided the tissue and the bone that is holding the teeth are not affected. It is important to treat Gingivitis before it develops into a severe gum disease which is known as Periodontitis. At this stage, the disease affects the gums in such a way that it damages the tissues in the gums and the bone structure
Gum disease prevention
1. Diet
Your diet and plays an important role in preventing gum diseases and maintaining optimum oral hygiene. If your diet includes food items that have high sugar content and unrefined carbohydrates, we recommend cutting down on the same. One of the main reasons to reduce sugar intake is to restrict the accumulation of bacteria and at the same time prevent gum diseases. Most importantly, remember, it is not entirely about the food items you avoid, but also about the food items you consume to enhance oral health.
2. Oral care
For a moment, assess your current oral care routine. Do you think it is enough? Do you floss and brush your teeth at least twice a day? Do you rinse your mouth after eating? A large majority of our patients believe that brushing is enough to maintain oral health and hygiene. However, by going an extra mile by rinsing and flossing, you are not only taking good care of your oral health but also preventing complex gum diseases from forming.
You can also opt for an oil pull as pulling oil fights Gingivitis and other diseases by fighting bacteria, getting rid of sugar and other harmful toxins.
3. Regular dental visits
It is also important to visit your dentist regularly so that he/she can monitor the condition of your teeth and identify any potential dental problems. In addition, if your dentist observes something unusual, the dental experts can work on it before it progresses to become a severe disease.
Oswal Dental is one of the best dental clinics on MG Road, Pune. A team of highly experienced and trained dental experts to ensure every patient receives the best and advanced dental treatments. Book an appointment today!
Dr. Nitin Oswal
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