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Gum Disease  In-Depth Report Estrogen deficiency after menopause reduces bone mineral density, which can lead to bone loss. Bone loss is associated with both periodontal disease and osteoporosis (loss of bone density). The hormonal changes associated with menopause can cause dry mouth, which can lead to tooth and gum problems.
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Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease) Plaque is the primary cause of gum disease. However, other factors can contribute to periodontal disease. These include: 1  Hormonal changes, such as those occurring during pregnancy, puberty, menopause, and monthly menstruation, make gums more sensitive, which makes it easier for gingivitis to develop.
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Gum Disease Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, you may not know you have it.
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- 1 Gum Bleeding. 2  Bleeding of the gums, even during brushing, is a sign of inflammation and the major marker of periodontal disease. 3  One exception is juvenile periodontitis, in which symptoms are mild or even absent. 4  It should be noted that the gums of smokers with periodontal disease tend to bleed less than nonsmokers.
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Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease) Plaque is the primary cause of gum disease. However, other factors can contribute to periodontal disease. These include: Hormonal changes, such as those occurring during pregnancy, puberty, menopause, and monthly menstruation, make gums more sensitive, which makes it easier for gingivitis to develop.
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Gum Disease âº Smoking and oral health Smoking can also lead to gum disease. People who smoke are more likely to produce bacterial plaque, which leads to gum disease. The gums are affected because smoking causes a lack of oxygen in the bloodstream, so the infected gums don't heal.Smoking causes people to have more dental plaque and causes gum disease to get worse more quickly than in non-smokers. Gum disease is still the most common cause of tooth loss in adults.moking can also lead to gum disease. People who smoke are more likely to produce bacterial plaque, which leads to gum disease. The gums are affected because smoking causes a lack of oxygen in the bloodstream, so the infected gums don't heal.
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- Periodontal disease is probably the most common and pervasive disease in the world. It can be present in 13 on up to 80+ year olds who still have their teeth. It is the major cause of tooth loss after age 30.eriodontal disease is an inflammatory and infectious disease that breaks down the attachment of the gums to the teeth. This usually happens painlessly. Slowly the bone is reabsorbed creating deeper and deeper periodontal pockets and eventually the teeth become looser if this process isn’t stopped.
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The Causes and Symptoms of Swollen Gums Over time, this inflammation can lead to progressive gum disease, which can have serious consequences if left untreated. The mildest form of gum disease is called gingivitis. This is the initial stages of gum inflammation caused by the presence of plaque and tartar on the teeth.
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- Gum pain results from a number of factors, including dental disease and vitamin deficiencies. Dental diseases are the most common cause of gum pain. Inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) and infection of the gum line involving the teeth and bones (periodontitis) are common causes of gum pain. The pain is associated with an increase in fluid.
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All about gum disease All about gum disease. Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is a bacterial infection that causes a chronic inflammation of the gums and surrounding tissue. It is the major cause of about 70% of adult tooth loss, affecting nearly 80% of people at some point in their life.
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Gum Disease (Periodontal Disease) Gum Disease (Periodontal Disease) Gum disease is the most common term used for periodontal disease. However, there are other names referring to gum disease such as periodontitis and gingivitis. Regardless of the name, gum disease begins with bacteria growth in your mouth and ends with tooth loss if not properly treated. About 75% of all American adults have some form of periodontal disease after the age of 35.
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What Is Periodontal Disease? Although bacterial plaque buildup is the main cause of periodontal disease, several other factors, including other diseases, medications and oral habits, also can contribute. These are factors that can increase your risk of gum disease or make it worse once the infection has set in.
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Gum Disease Symptoms Gum disease is often silent, meaning symptoms may not appear until an advanced stage of the disease. However, warning signs of gum disease include the following: Red, swollen or tender gums or other pain in your mouth. Bleeding while brushing, flossing, or eating hard food. Gums that are receding or pulling away from the teeth, causing the teeth to look longer than before. Loose or separating teeth. Pus between your gums and teeth. Sores in your mouth. Persistent bad breath.
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What are the Stages of Gum Disease? Gingivitis: this is the earliest stage of gum disease, an inflammation of the gums caused by plaque buildup at the gumline. If daily brushing and flossing do not remove the plaque, it produces toxins (poisons) that can irritate the gum tissue, causing gingivitis.
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Marijuana Linked to Early Gum Disease Marijuana Linked to Early Gum Disease. Feb. 5, 2008 -- Gum disease is widely considered a disease of aging, but that may not be true for young adults who smoke marijuana on a regular basis.
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What are the Stages of Gum Disease? 1 Gingivitis: this is the earliest stage of gum disease, an inflammation of the gums caused by plaque buildup at the gumline. 2  If daily brushing and flossing do not remove the plaque, it produces toxins (poisons) that can irritate the gum tissue, causing gingivitis.ingivitis-gums are mildly inflamed, may appear red or swollen and may bleed during brushing. Periodontitis-gums begin to separate and recede from the teeth. This allows plaque to move toward the roots, supporting fibers and bone.
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Periodontal (Gum) Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments If you have been told you have periodontal (gum) disease, you’re not alone. Many adults in the U.S. currently have some form of the disease. Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth.In the worst cases, teeth are lost. Diabetes. 2  People with diabetes are at higher risk for developing infections, including gum disease. 3  Other illnesses and their treatments. 4  Diseases such as AIDS and its treatments can also negatively affect the health of gums, as can treatments for cancer.
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Periodontal Disease: Causes and Prevention 1 Diabetes — Diabetic patients with periodontal disease may have more trouble controlling their blood sugar than diabetic patients with healthy gums. 2  Respiratory disease — Bacteria involved in gum disease may cause lung infections or worsen existing lung conditions.
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Gum Disease  In-Depth Report Smoking: Smoking is the major preventable risk factor for periodontal disease. Smoking can cause bone loss and gum recession even in the absence of periodontal disease. The risk of periodontal disease increases with the number of cigarettes smoked per day.
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My gums hurt when I eat, what could cause this? 1 This is the leading cause of sore gums in adults.  Oral cancer – this usually occurs in patients who smoke or who chew tobacco, though mouth cancer can develop in patients who do not use tobacco as well. Early symptoms include bad breath, sore gums, and loosened teeth.
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Gum Disease (Gingivitis) Gum disease is mostly caused by improper oral hygiene that allows bacteria in plaque and calculus to remain on the teeth and infect the gums. But there are other factors that increase the risk of developing gingivitis. Smoking or chewing tobacco prevents the gum tissue from being able to heal.
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Periodontal (Gum) Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments If you have been told you have periodontal (gum) disease, you’re not alone. Many adults in the U.S. currently have some form of the disease. Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. In the worst cases, teeth are lost.
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Gum Disease Gum Disease. Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, you may not know you have it.
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How to Stop Bleeding Gums, Gingivitis, Periodontitis Know why it's important to stop gum disease in its tracks. Gum disease, which is caused by the buildup of plaque on the gums and teeth, is very common among adults over the age of 35. It starts with gingivitis, which is the inflammation and swelling of the gums that leads to bleeding and pain.
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Gum disease Gingivitis. Gingivitis is the least serious type of gum disease. If you have gingivitis, your gums have become irritated, most often by plaque. Plaque is a soft, sticky substance caused by bacteria that can build up on your teeth.ou may need to have gum surgery if your gum disease is severe. Your dentist may refer you to a periodontologist for this. There are a number of types of surgery that can help remove bacteria and repair your gums and bone.
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Gum Disease - Topic Overview There are two types of gum disease 1  : Gingivitis (say jin-juh-VY-tus) is gum disease that affects only the gums, the soft tissue that surrounds the teeth. 2  Periodontitis (say pair-ee-oh-don-TY-tus) is more severe. 3  It spreads below the gums to damage the tissues and bone that support the teeth.