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Most common Dental Diseases

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 Just like you have many tasks in real life, the teeth have its own work to do such as biting the food, chewing and grinding the food, shearing and crushing the food. Our mouths are a great habitat for both beneficial and dangerous bacteria. So, it is very important to take care of dental health by brushing and flossing regularly. Despite this, difficulties do arise from time to time, even in people who follow a strict dental hygiene regimen. As a result, it's essential to be able to identify the indications of underlying dental issues and know how to treat them. While your dentist may be able to restore your teeth in an emergency and fill cavities with fillings, you are eventually responsible for their health. Learn to identify danger signals so that you can react swiftly and effectively. Tooth Decay Dental caries or cavities are other terminology for tooth decay. When plaque bacteria have a chance to settle on teeth, it induces cavities. It creates an acid that eats away at th...

Gum diseases

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Periodontitis or more commonly known as gum disease is the inflammation and infection of the tissues around your teeth. Periodontitis Vs Gingivitis. Gingivitis is the early stage of periodontitis which leads to gum disease if you do not take proper dental treatment and follow an oral care routine . The bacteria in plaque build up in the early stages of gingivitis, causing the gums to become irritated and bleed easily during teeth brushing. The teeth are still firmly planted in their sockets, even if the gums are inflamed. At this time, there hasn't been any irreversible bone or tissue damage. Symptoms of Periodontitis. 1. The gums are red and swollen 2. Bleeding of gums while brushing and after brushing your teeth. 3. There is a persistent bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth 4. Receding gums. 5. The teeth have become loose 6. There is a change in how your teeth fit while biting down. Sometimes it may be possible that you don't see any symptoms of gum dis...