Background information- Any person with a history of periodontal disease must exercise caution in terms of oral hygiene not to mention infection control and imminent treatment, because of the fact that such history serves as serious indication of the patients inclination to gum disease development, possibly leading to chronic problems.
What is this disease?- Gum disease commonly referred to as Periodontal disease, generally refers to severe gum and bone infections, normally caused by plaque and the enzymes the body produces to fight the disease.
These toxins include bacteria, irritating the gum areas which leads to painful and inflamed gums or bone.
A less serious form of infection is referred to as Gingivitis and Periodontitis in more severe cases of Gingivitis Infection cause- The biggest cause of infection is substandard oral hygiene leading to bacteria, mucous and food build-up which on it's turn forms plaque.
Actually, many people who have gum disease are not at fault because many people with excellent oral hygiene will still develop periodontal disease.
Contributors- Hormonal changes caused by menstruation, pregnancy and menopause, genes, diabetes, medication such as anti-depressants and heart medication, AIDS, Cancer and smoking are all major contributors to gum infections.
Common symptoms- Common periodontal disease indicators include gum swelling, bleeding and inflammation, constant halitosis and teeth sensitivity.
Don't let this disease process advance to the point where surgery is your only option.
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