If you are worried that you have gum disease; then read this! In this article‚ I shall be discussing the way gum disease starts; and how it progresses. I shall also reveal how gum disease is preventable; just by following a good and systematic home care regime. Before I go into the details; I would like to mention a few scientific facts about gum disease and its effects on your general health: 1. I mentioned in the last post that gum disease is on the rise; and that it is the major cause of tooth
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What is ‘disease’? Definition The term disease is the condition of the living‚ which leads to a disorder of the mind or body‚ which therefore destroys good health. (S-Cool A-Level). Biology online states that disease is a ‘pathologic condition in which the normal functioning of an organism or body is impaired or disrupted‚ resulting in extreme pain‚ dysfunction‚ distress or death.’ (Biology Online) Disease throughout History Over the years‚ there has ‘been a gradual decline in mortality from all
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can lead to tooth decay and gum recession‚ which can lead to gum disease. Smoking and sugary foods can also provoke the issue. If you’re not familiar with gum disease‚ here’s the basic run-down: The More Mild Form of Gum Disease is Called Gingivitis: It’s typically characterized by red‚ swollen and bleeding gums.
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Elder Care Services and Gum Disease It has been said that the mouth is the window the health. In other words‚ problems with the teeth and gums are often an indication of many more severe ailments within the body. By keeping up on your loved one’s oral health‚ you may also be reducing the chances for heart disease‚ kidney disease‚ liver disease‚ and digestive problems. Or‚ looked at from the other way‚ seniors with poor gum health have an increased risk of each of those disorders. Dr. Cynthia Carlsson
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Bleeding gums is a situation where the gums or the gingiva bleeds. Most often‚ it is a sign of a gum disease but it can also be a result of too much brushing of the teeth. There are different causes of bleeding gums‚ and these causes are usually treatable. Many home remedies for bleeding gums surface all through the years‚ and these natural treatments are very effective. Causes & Symptoms Causes: gingivitis‚ periodontitis‚ vitamin deficiencies‚ incorrect usage of dentures and other oral appliances
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have you been experiencing sensitivity to hot and cold? Most likely‚ your gums have receded and some of the tooth’s root is visible. This can be caused by a number of factors‚ but because gums tissue cannot regrow itself‚ the only remedy is gum graft surgery. However‚ people often avoid treatment because they fear gum graft pain. Reasons for Recession Heavy tartar buildup and gum disease are culprits that frequently cause gums to recede‚ but brushing too aggressively‚ with a hard or old worn brush
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Treatment for Neurodegenerative Diseases The McGovern Institute claims‚ “Brain disorders are among the most serious health problems facing modern society” (“Neurodegenerative Diseases and Brain Injury”). The term neurodegenerative refers to the progressive breakdown of nerve cells (Mandal). Due to the aging population‚ the demand for a definitive cure is on the rise. To date‚ a cure for this condition has not been discovered. However‚ research has revealed preventative measures that decrease a
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Infectious Diseases: Disease Transmission Symptoms Treatment Common Cold Colds are considered a viral infection‚ meaning they are caused by a virus. Colds are considered a viral infection‚ meaning they are caused by a virus. The only means of recovery is rest and drinking a lot of fluids. Taking cold medications will only help relieve the symptoms. Hepatitis‚ Viral Hepatitis can either be acute or chronic. That means‚ it can either be a temporary illness‚ or it can be a permanent condition
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Skeletal Diseases “I Search” Paper Directions: This is not a typical research paper that can be copy/pasted/plagiarized. In this assignment‚ you will personalize your search for learning more about an Skeletal‚ or bone disease. Part I: What do you know about Skeletal Diseases? What do you want to find out? Part II: Why are you selecting this particular skeletal disease? Part III: Tell me the story of your search. How did you find your sources? What are your sources?
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What causes viral diseases? Viral infections occur when a virus enters the body and invades the inside of the body’s cells in order to reproduce. If the body’s immune system is unable to fight off the virus‚ it multiplies and spreads to other cells‚ repeating the process and leading to a widespread infection. Signs & Symptoms of rabies One of the most distinctive signs of a rabies infection is a tingling or twitching sensation around the area of the animal bite. In people‚ symptoms of rabies include
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