The Importance Of Gum Health | Dentist In Fremont, CA

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DR. Meenu Giri, Family Dentistry The importance
of gum health
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Gum Health

• Let's see those white pearls! You hear it
  all the time, but when did anybody want to see
  your full pink gums last time? While they may be
  destined to play their dark, show-stealing
  counterparts in second fiddle, gums are your
  mouth's unsung hero. Gingiva (i.e., gums),
  together with the underlying bone, is the tissue
  that surrounds and protects the teeth. Gums are
  connected to the teeth, creating a bond that
  protects the underlying bone and creates an
  infection barrier.
• Like most unsung heroes, until a problem
  arises, gums are usually given little thought.
  Sadly, the time has come for many of us. A
  research by the Centers for Disease Control and
  Prevention (CDC) indicates that almost half of
  Americans aged 30 and older have periodontitis
  (the advanced form of periodontal disease).

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What is gum disease?

• Gum disease begins when plaque builds up
  under and along the gum line, a sticky,
  bacteria-filled film. Plaque can cause gum
  disease and tooth decay infections, including
  gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease.
  The bad news is that the gums get inflamed,
  swollen, and susceptible to bleeding even at this
  early stage of gingivitis. The good news is that
  the damage is reversible since the bone and
  tissue holding the teeth in place are not
  affected. Gingivitis, however, could turn into
  parodontitis if left untreated. Parodontitis
  affects the bones that keep the teeth in place,
  unlike gingivitis. Parodontitis can ruin your
  teeth's gums, bones and tissues without
  treatment.

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Treatment For Gum Disease

• Not all infection of the gum requires surgery. In
  fact, professional dental cleaning already
  includes removing plaque and tartar from above
  and below the gum line (the primary cause of gum
  disease). Scaling and root planing are another
  non-surgical form of treatment. Scaling and root
  planing is another non-surgical form of
  treatment. This procedure is essentially a
  deep-cleaning under anesthesia where the hardened
  plaque and tartar are scraped away and any rough
  spots on the root of the tooth are smoothed to
  create a clean surface for the gums to be
  re-attached. It may also be recommended the use
  of antibiotics to control plaque and gum tissue
  inflammation.
• In some cases, all that is required is
  non-surgical procedures however, surgery is
  needed if the tissue around the teeth is damaged
  and can not be healed with non-surgical options.
  Providers may prescribe surgery to reduce flaps
  or pockets in these cases. During this procedure,
  the gums of a patient are lifted back in order to
  remove tartar and smooth the damaged bone. This
  results in a reduction of space between the gum
  and tooth, limiting the areas where bacteria can
  hide.
• Most surgical techniques involve grafts of bone
  and soft tissue. Bone grafts use your own bone,
  synthetic bone, or donated bone fragments to
  replace and regenerate bone in areas destroyed by
  parodontal disease. This operation restores the
  stable connection of the teeth to the bone of a
  patient. Soft tissue grafts use grafted tissue,
  most commonly taken from the mouth's roof, to
  reinforce thin gums or fill in areas where gums
  have fallen back.
• Guided tissue regeneration may be a treatment
  option in cases where the bone has been
  destroyed. A small piece of mesh-like material is
  inserted between the bone and gum tissue, which
  is performed in conjunction with flap surgery.
  This prevents the gum tissue from growing into
  the area where the bone is supposed to be and
  allows the bone and connective tissue to grow
  back to better support the teeth.

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Do I need to worry about gum disease?

• Even if you have sterling, white teeth that are
  cavity-free, you are not immune to gum disease.
  Most people don't even know anything is wrong
  because the early stages are usually painless.
• While plaque is the primary cause of gum
  disease, other factors that can contribute to
  periodontal disease include
• Hormonal changes like those that happen during
  pregnancy, puberty, menopause, and menstruation
  make gums more responsive, making gingivitis
  easier to develop.
• Illnesses can also affect the gums ' health.
  Recent studies have suggested a correlation
  between periodontal disease and several other
  diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and
  rheumatoid arthritis. Scientists believe that the
  link between these systemic diseases can be
  focused on inflammation.
• Medications can also affect oral health because
  some lessen the flow of saliva, which has a
  protective effect on teeth and gums.
• Smoking makes it harder for gum tissue to repair
  itself.
• Family history of dental disease can also be a
  contributing factor in the development of
  gingivitis.

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How to maintain healthy gum

• The good news is that gum disease is
  preventable and good oral hygiene habits play a
  big role. To help maintain healthy gums
• Floss regularly
• Brush 2x a day
• Get regular dental cleanings
• Dont smoke
• Use fluoride toothpaste
• Use a therapeutic mouthwash

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Foods to improve healthy gum

• Since they neutralize oral bacteria, onions are a
  great food for healthy gums. They have microbial
  properties that target the most common types of
  bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease.
• Leafy greens are full of healthy vitamins and
  minerals, such as kale and spinach. This includes
  vitamin C, which increases red blood cell
  production and reduces inflammation. Both of
  these reinforce your fight against gum disease
  and irritation.
• Celery, carrots, and apples (including naturally
  crunchy foods) are good for scraping meat and
  plaque stuck on. The hard pieces of these foods
  get into the crevices between the teeth and the
  tooth, which helps to keep your mouth fresh
  between the brushings. They also take longer to
  chew and generate more saliva, helping to flush
  the bacteria's mouth near the line of the gum.
• Dairy products such as milk, yogurt and cheese,
  are also great for teeth because they contain a
  protein called casein, which helps neutralize
  oral acids produced by bacteria in the mouth.

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Conclusion

• It's important to remember that you don't
  have to be born to suffer the debilitating
  consequences even if you have a family history of
  gum disease. You can maintain healthy gums
  through good oral hygiene, regular dental
  check-ups, and increased intake of the
  above-mentioned foods. Please contact our
  practice if you have any questions about your
  gums or are concerned about your oral health in
  general.

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Meet Doctor Dr. Meenu Giri Family Dentistry

• Dr. Meenu Giri
• Doctor of Dental Medicine, Tufts University
  School of Dental Medicine at Boston, MA
• ASSOCIATIONS
• American Dental Association, California Dental
  Association
• PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS
• Cosmetic Dentistry, Geriatric Dentistry,
  Pediatric Dentistry

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