Q.
Hello Dr Z, I’m 18 years old and for the last 2 years i have had a bit of an eating disorder. I wasn’t eating very much at all, and what i was eating wasn’t the best food. My teeth and gums have become very fragile, probably with the lack of nutrition. I’ve noticed my gums are very pale, there doesn’t look to be much blood flowing to them. I am still not eating too well, but i wanted to find out what type of supplements i could take to improve the health of my gums? Thanks Jose!
Hello Dr Z, I’m 18 years old and for the last 2 years i have had a bit of an eating disorder. I wasn’t eating very much at all, and what i was eating wasn’t the best food. My teeth and gums have become very fragile, probably with the lack of nutrition. I’ve noticed my gums are very pale, there doesn’t look to be much blood flowing to them. I am still not eating too well, but i wanted to find out what type of supplements i could take to improve the health of my gums? Thanks Jose!
A.
Hi, I believe that there aren’t any particular type of food which will make your gums feel better, however, using common sense, a balanced diet will improve your immune system and its ability to fight bacterial infections, namely in your gums. I may suggest nevertheless plenty of Vit C (ex. kiwis, oranges, etc…) and probiotic foods to balance your bacterial flora.
I would also recommend a gum check with your dentist, just in case…
Hi, I believe that there aren’t any particular type of food which will make your gums feel better, however, using common sense, a balanced diet will improve your immune system and its ability to fight bacterial infections, namely in your gums. I may suggest nevertheless plenty of Vit C (ex. kiwis, oranges, etc…) and probiotic foods to balance your bacterial flora.
I would also recommend a gum check with your dentist, just in case…
Dr Jose Zurdo
Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300
