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

PERIODONTITIS

Periodontitis:

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

What is Periodontitis?

Also referred to as gum disease or periodontal disease, Periodontitis at its core is a bacterial type of infection that can weaken and destroy the tissue and bone that support the teeth. The mouth produces hundreds of types of bacteria, and the harmful types (called anaerobic, translating to “without air”) can penetrate the gums and begin to attack the deeper tissues of the mouth. This can lead to the supporting gum tissue and bone mass eroding, which can cause further infections and even tooth loss. These bacteria produce acidic waste as they feed on sugars and food particles, and this waste is what causes the destruction of tissue. Pockets between the teeth and gums can form which can cause the teeth to become loose, opening your body up to a series of ill effects. Periodontitis has been linked to such conditions as heart disease, stroke and diabetes due to bacteria entering the blood stream through damaged gum tissue and areas where teeth have been lost.

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SIGNS

Signs of periodontal disease

By the time Periodontitis is diagnosed it can already have caused massive damage. Early stages may include swelling and darker discoloration that can go unnoticed, while some may also experience pain and bleeding that should not be overlooked. As Periodontitis gets worse, more obvious signs of the infection become apparent. Some of these signs are:

PROGRESSION

Progression of Periodontitis

CONCERNS

Health Concerns of Periodontitis

For many years, experts believed that Periodontitis was restricted to only affecting the mouth, and while it begins by affecting your oral health there are many other effects it can have on the rest of the body and one's overall health. Some conditions that have been linked to Periodontitis are:

It has been found that those suffering from Periodontitis incur a 21% higher medical cost than those who do not have it. If you have any of the symptoms of Periodontitis, you should take it very seriously and do everything you can to fight it off.

CAUSES

What causes Periodontitis?  Harmful Bacteria.

Periodontitis, along with the vast majority of gum problems you are experiencing, is caused by harmful bacteria overgrowing in the mouth and not being properly removed. These bacteria multiply and begin to form the white, sticky substance known as plaque. In some cases plaque can be almost invisible, but as it accumulates it takes on a white color, and usually forms along the gum line. If plaque is not properly removed, it hardens into a substance called tartar. This hardened form of bacteria grows further into the gum line, and can cause the tissue to separate from teeth. These separations are called pockets, and they can harbor billions of bacteria beneath the gum line and contribute to severe oral infections like Periodontitis.

As these billions of bacteria stay hidden in the gums, they continue to feast on dietary sugars and food particles that become trapped in the pockets. The acidic waste they produce causes the pocket to grow deeper and wider until it begins to affect the bone tissue underneath. This weakens the structure of nearby teeth, sometimes to the point where they become loose and can even fall out. Other than the bacteria itself, there are a few factors that can contribute to Periodontitis. They include. 

THE ANSWER

How to Prevent and Treat Periodontitis - Control Harmful Bacteria in 4 Simple Steps

The best way to prevent Periodontitis is to adopt or improve a detailed oral hygiene regimen, and use a pure bacteria fighting oral care product rather than one loaded with chemical additives that can hinder your mouth's ability to heal itself.

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

How to Treat Periodontitis, Starting Today

The best way you can treat Periodontitis if you are suffering from it is to follow the 4 step oral hygiene program above, and use a pure and all natural oral care product.  For even better results, you should also:

• Avoid tobacco use.
• Visit your dentist every 6 months for a professional cleaning.
• Your dentist may recommend a deep cleaning. This procedure involves scraping the plaque and tartar from both above and below the gum line.
• Use a strong bacteria fighting product that can get inside gum pockets and kill the cause.