Let’s Talk About Gums
Discover the Importance of Gum Health During Denta🍰l Health 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 foundation of a healthy sm🐽ile. G🐻um disease can affect anyone, and there are two main types to be aware of: gingivitis and periodontitis.
Gingivitis
Gingivitis is the most common ꦚtype of gum disease. It occurs when poor oral hygiene allow♌s bacteria to accumulate on the teeth around the gums, leading to inflammation.
The symptoms of gingivitis include puffy, inflamed gums and bleeding during brushing. This condition can be effectivel🅺y 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 preveꦛnt൲ further complications.
Periodontitis
Periodontitis, also known as periodontal disease, is a more severe form of g💦um 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 bacter𒊎ia can collect.
The symptoms of periodontitis include receding gums, loose teeth, bad b꧅reath, puffy gums, and bleeding gums. Treatment for periodontitis requires professional interven♓tion by a dentist or a periodontist.
If left untreated, periodontitis can progress to the point where teeth may need to be removed due to the extensive damage ca🦹used by the disease.
Common symptoms of gum disease
Gum disease can manifest through sever൲al common symptoms. These include:
- gums pulling away from the teeth
- teeth becoming loose
- persistent bad breath
- puffy and inflamed gums
- bleeding gums when brushing
Recogni♛sing these symptoms early and seeking prompt dental care is crucialꦍ in effectively managing and treating gum disease.
Risk factors
Several factors can increase the risk of developing gum disease. Poor or🥀al hygiene is a significant risk factor, allowing bacteria to thrive and cause inflammation.
Medical conditions such as diabetes can also contribute to the development of gum disease. Smoking habits, both past and current, significantly ♏elevate the risk of gum disease.
Additionally, a family history of periodontitis can mak𒁏e individuals more susceptible to this severe form of gum disease.
It is important 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 younওg age sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. Instilling good oral hygiene habits early can prevent gum disease and other dental issu🌼es as they grow.
Our free online ebook, "Guardians of the Gums," features a superhero team that delivers essential oral health messages through engaging characters and captivating visuals. Kids wi🍨ll 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 your kids develop🌊 lifelဣong healthy dental habits.
Take the first step towards healthi🌳er gums and a brighter smile.
Ready to prioritise your gum health? Dental Health Week is the perfect opportunity to take charge of your oral health an♊d ensure your gum🥂s are in top shape.
Our dedicated team is here to provide expert care, fro൲m professional cleanings to comprehensive check-ups.
Together, we can help you achieve and maintain healthy gums for a🐷 beautiful, healthy smile. Find a dentist below to make an appointment