CONDITIONS

• Gum Disease
• Swollen Gums
• Bad Breath
• Receding Gums
• Periodontal Disease
• Canker Sore
• Gingivitis
• Bleeding Gums
• Dry Mouth
• Periodontitis
• Tonsil Stones
• Oral Thrush
• Braces Pain
• Cheek Bites
• Denture Pain
• Gum Boils
• Gum Infection
• Gum Sores
• Loose Teeth
• Mouth Sores
• Pyorrhea
• Red Gums
• Sjogren's Syndrome
• Sore Gums
• Tooth Abscess
• Toothache
• Trench Mouth

GUM INFECTION

Gum Infection:

What it is - What causes it - What to do about it

What is Gum Infection?

There are numerous types of infections that can occur in the mouth, the majority of which take place in the soft tissues around the teeth. Generally, these are caused by bacteria that collect as plaque and sits along the gum line. Once these bacteria begin feeding on food particles and sugars in the mouth, they produce acidic waste that causes tooth decay, or cavities. This all begins with oral hygiene, or the lack thereof. Some people have more issue with bacteria than others, but in the majority of cases improving the way you take care of your teeth can help prevent plaque from causing as much damage.

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SIGNS

Signs of gum infection

Infections in the gums don't always present with pain, but there are many warning signs to watch out for nonetheless. Some of which are:

• Swollen gums
• Inflamed gums
• Receding gums
• Spaces between teeth
• Constant bad taste
• Tender gums
• Mouth sores
• Bright red gums
• Loose teeth
• Change in how teeth fit (bite)
• Pus between teeth and gums

PROGRESSION

Progression of gum infection

DANGERS

Dangers of gum infection

The immediate danger of gum infections is of course the threat to your oral health, and the potential for loss of teeth if it is not remedied in time. However, more and more research points to other serious health conditions that can arise from the entry of these harmful oral bacteria to the blood stream. You may not notice the effects on the rest of your body at first, but recent studies have linked gum infections to conditions such as:

• Heart disease
• Diabetes
• Stroke
• Cancer
• Respiratory disease
• Premature births

CAUSES

What causes gum infection?

The undisputed Number One cause of gum infection is: "bad bacteria". Gum infections are primarily caused by oral bacteria that form plaque and tartar, which destroy gum tissue. If you take measures to control the amount of bad bacteria in your mouth, you have a great chance at defeating gum infection.

There are also other factors that increase your risk for developing such infections such as:

• Tobacco use
• Hormonal changes
• Stress
• Medications
• Poor nutrition
• Diabetes
• Pregnancy
• Genetics

COSTS

Cost of gum infection

If you don’t start taking action now against your gum infection, it could get out of control, and may require painful and expensive procedures like the ones below:

THE ANSWER

How to Prevent Swollen Gums - Fight Bad Oral Bacteria - in 4 Simple Steps

Preventing gum infections can be as simple as implementing a good oral hygiene plan, along with switching from chemical-laden commercial toothpastes to a 100% pure oral care product. Doing this will fight the bacteria that can lead to infections of the mouth.

The 4 Step Oral Hygiene Program

	Brush twice a day in the morning and evening using 2-5 drops of a botanical toothpaste on a toothbrush and brush normally.
	Floss every evening before brushing - more frequently as needed. Get any food particles out from between teeth.
	Use a botanical mouthwash twice a day: morning and evening. Just put 2-5 drops into an ounce of water, swish and gargle. This is important to kill the bacteria in the entire mouth including the back of the tongue.
	Mid-morning, mid-afternoon and as needed: put 2-5 drops of natural botanicals on the tip of the tongue to coat the gum line and teeth to kill bacteria and keep breath fresh.

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TREATMENT

Treatment of gum infection

If it is noticed early enough, treating a gum infection will include the same steps as preventing them in the first place. Brushing, gargling, and flossing, will usually help your mouth stay clean enough to heal itself in most cases.

WHAT TO DO

What to do about it

If you have a gum infection, the most important thing to do is to improve your oral hygiene program. If you've already done so and are still experiencing problems, then you may need to look at the products you're currently using. Some of them likely contain ingredients that increase bacteria growth.

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