Q.
Hi there whats good and will help to stop gum disease, like as in food I can eat and drinks what can help me please, as my gums are not bleeding it was the dentist that took a xray and saw that I have gum disease, the dentist said they can tell by the way the bone looks, my gums do bleeed from time to time but not much, my teeth just feel funny at times I also grinde my teeth when I sleep like some info on this subject, im male 43 years old and live in the UK
Hi there whats good and will help to stop gum disease, like as in food I can eat and drinks what can help me please, as my gums are not bleeding it was the dentist that took a xray and saw that I have gum disease, the dentist said they can tell by the way the bone looks, my gums do bleeed from time to time but not much, my teeth just feel funny at times I also grinde my teeth when I sleep like some info on this subject, im male 43 years old and live in the UK
A.
Hi there, gum disease is a chronic disease, caused by bacteria around the necks of the teeth resulting in a chronic inflammation of the gums. The gums may bleed, there may be swelling and as the supporting bone and attachment to the tooth “wears” off, the teeth may become mobile. There are aggravating factors like smoking, stress, tooth grinding and so on, which can accelerate the progression of the destruction.
The treatment needs to focus on the control of bacteria, both above the gum (toothbrushing especially between teeth) and under the gums (by the dentist/hygienist). Sometimes a course of antibiotics is recommended with the dental treatment. If tooth grinding is an important factor, the use of a “night-guard” may also be recommended. There is not much evidence to recommend special foods and drinks. You need a course of periodontal treatment, which can require local anesthesia. Please return to your dentist and request treatment options for this condition. If in doubt, request a referral to a specialist Periodontist.
I hope this is helpful!
Hi there, gum disease is a chronic disease, caused by bacteria around the necks of the teeth resulting in a chronic inflammation of the gums. The gums may bleed, there may be swelling and as the supporting bone and attachment to the tooth “wears” off, the teeth may become mobile. There are aggravating factors like smoking, stress, tooth grinding and so on, which can accelerate the progression of the destruction.
The treatment needs to focus on the control of bacteria, both above the gum (toothbrushing especially between teeth) and under the gums (by the dentist/hygienist). Sometimes a course of antibiotics is recommended with the dental treatment. If tooth grinding is an important factor, the use of a “night-guard” may also be recommended. There is not much evidence to recommend special foods and drinks. You need a course of periodontal treatment, which can require local anesthesia. Please return to your dentist and request treatment options for this condition. If in doubt, request a referral to a specialist Periodontist.
I hope this is helpful!
Dr Jose Zurdo
Mall Dental Care
Pall Mall, Manchester, M2 4DU
Web: www.malldental.com Tel: 0161 830 7300
