What You Should Do for Your Gum Care

May 26, 2014

Oral health is not just about keeping your teeth cavity-free. It also involves taking care of your gums. Unhealthy and infected gums may result to tooth loss and there are several researches that connect gum disease to more serious health problems such as diabetes, stroke, and heart problems.

How to Take Care of Your Gums

Flossing

Brushing alone is not enough to help your gums stay healthy. You also need to floss regularly to make sure you avoid gum disease or gingivitis. Based on a research done in 2006, twins who brushed and flossed twice a day had a 38% decease in instances of bleeding/irritated gums compared to those set of twins who only brushed twice a day.

Sometimes, regular flossing can be a tedious work for people especially those who are busy or disinterested in oral hygiene. However, even irregular flossing such as three to four times a week is already a big help in keeping healthy gums. Flossing gets rid of food particles stuck between teeth, consequently decreasing the chances of bacteria munching on these foods and creating an acidic environment. Bacteria release acids in the mouth that causes the wear and tear of teeth enamel, which then leads to cavity and decay.

Good Nutrition

What you eat can also affect the overall health of your gums. Inadequate or poor nutrition can cause vitamin deficiencies that may lead to weak gums. For example, if you don’t eat foods rich in vitamin C, you can actually suffer from bleeding gums that can then lead to gingivitis.

Remember to check what you’re eating and maintain a balance diet. Incorporate real fruits and vegetables in your meal plan. Examples of foods rich in vitamin C include carrots, oranges, and sweet potatoes.

Regular Checkups

Besides practicing good oral hygiene, it’s also important to go to your regular checkups with your South Carolina dentist. Professional teeth cleaning can help get rid of plaque build up and tartar and save your gums and teeth from serious dental issues in the future.

To have a detailed information about gum care , you may call Total Dental Care of South Carolina at 803-272-4162.

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