Let’s Talk About Gums
Discover the Importance of Gum Health During Dent🦄al H﷽ealth Week 2024!
Why gum health matters
Join us in celebrating the Australian Dental Association’s (ADA) Dental Health Week 5th - 11th August 2024.
Gum Health is essential for overall wellbeing
This year, we’re spotlighting gum health with the theme "#Let's Talk About Gums." Understanding and maintaining gum health is crucial for a healthy mouth and overall well-being.
Healthy gums are the foundati♑on of a healthy smile. Gum disease can affect anyone, and there are two main types to be aware of: gingivitis and periodontitis.
Gingivitis
Gingivitis🐷 is the most common type of gum disease. It occurs when poor oral hygiene allows bacteria to accumulate on the teeth around tꦍhe gums, leading to inflammation.
The symptoms of gingivitis includ♍e puffy, inflamed gums and bleeding during brushing. This condition can be effe🌄ctively treated by improving daily oral hygiene practices, such as thorough brushing and cleaning between the teeth.
Additionally, a professional dental clean by a dentist is often necessary to fully address the issue and prevent furt𝔍her complications🐼.
Periodontitis
Periodontitis, also known as peri🦋odontal disease, is a more severe form of gu🐎m disease. It is caused by destructive bacteria that lead to the loss of bone holding the teeth in place, forming pockets around the teeth where more bacteria can collect.
The symptoms of periodontitis include receding gums, loose teeth, bad breath, puffy gums, and bleeding gums. Treatment for periodontitiꦐs requires professional intervention by a dentist🐻 or a periodontist.
If left untreated, peri♓odontitis can progress to the point where teeth may need to be removed due to the extensive damage caused by the disease.
Common symptoms of gum disease
Gum disease can manifest through several common symꦜptoms. These include:
- gums pulling away from the teeth
- teeth becoming loose
- persistent bad breath
- puffy and inflamed gums
- bleeding gums when brushing
Recognising these symptoms early and seeking prompt dental care is crucial in effectively managing and treating gum diseas𒐪e.
Risk factors
Several factors can increase the r𒉰isk of developing gum disease. Poor oral hygiene is a significant🔯 risk factor, allowing bacteria to thrive and cause inflammation.
Medical conditions such as diabetes can also contribute to the developm🐭ent of gum disease. Smoking habits, both past and current, significantly elevate the risk of gum disease.
Additionally, a family history of periodontitis can make individuals more susceptible to this sev🍌ere form of gum disease.
It is iಞmportant to address these risk factors and maintain good oral hygiene practices to prevent the onset and progression of gum disease
Download a free gum guide
Teaching children about the importance of gum health from a young age sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Instilling good oral hygiene habits early can prevent gum disease and otℱher dental issues as they grow.
Our free online ebook, "Guardians of the Gums," features a superhero team that delivers essential oral health messagesꦡ through e✤ngaging characters and captivating visuals. Kids will learn about hidden sugars in everyday foods, their harmful impact on teeth, and how to protect their teeth effectively.
Dental Health Week is a great opportunity to help yourꦆ kids develop lifelong healthy dental ꦏhabits.
Take the first step towards💯 healthier gums and a brighter sm൲ile.
Rꦗeady to prioritise ꦇyour gum health? Dental Health Week is the perfect opportunity to take charge of your oral health and ensure your gums are in top shape.
Our dedicated team🍎 is here to provide expert care, from professional cleanings to comprehensive check-ups.
Together, we can help you achieve and maintain healthy gums for a beautiful, health🌜y smile. Find a dentist below to make an appointment