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Many of us may have notice getting red gums.  This is a condition that you need to attend as it may lead to a more serious form if left untreated.  Red gums may be caused by several factors.  It could be brought about by hormonal changes in women especially for pregnant, those having menstrual cycle and women on their menopausal stages.  If there is trauma to the mouth, red gums could occur.  Red gums could be a symptom of other mild medical conditions or more sever health issues.  But more often than not, red gums are caused by bacteria due to poor oral hygiene.

“How to treat red gums?” may be the first question to crop in every injured party.  And the most fitting person to answer this would be our dentist or oral hygienist.  Medications may be prescribed.  Dental procedures may be taken to treat gum infections.  When it has come to a point that there is tartar accumulation on the teeth and gum line, dentists would remove this by giving you a more aggressive cleaning than regular prophylaxis.  This is to clear out the surface of the teeth to ensure that bacteria will have hard time sticking to the teeth preventing buildup and possible recurrence.

Once teeth have been cleaned, surgical procedures done, as needed, and/or medications given to treat red gums, the dentist will reassess your oral hygiene regimen and may advise a different approach.  You may need to use a soft-bristled brush to avoid rubbing harshly against the gums.  Brushing at least twice a day is recommended.  If you eat sweets in between meals, it is better to do extra brushing to rid the mouth of plaque buildup brought about by the sweet things.   Flossing should follow, as well as rinsing the mouth with approved mouth wash.

Good dental health can be achieved by these simple steps.  Staying away from tobacco products helps minimize the level of harmful bacteria in the mouth.  Arming yourselves with a well-balance diet is also beneficial.  Vitamins C and D are required to help strengthen teeth and bones.  These vitamins will aid in regenerating bones and in reducing inflammation caused by the gum disease.

Red gums are treatable.  However, proper oral hygiene could help prevent the occurrence of gum inflammation.  Sore gums are not nice sensation and it is better to keep this at bay.  Remember to brush, floss and gargle with mouth wash.  And work with your dentist on how to prevent further gum infections.

Onion breath, coffee breath, morning breath… Whatever you call it, bad breath is bad breath! You know you have it when people don’t want to get close to you when you open your mouth, when people talk to you as quick as possible because they can’t hold in their breath for too long or if after waking up in the morning, your mouth smells like a week’s worth of garbage.

People with bad breath are usually looked down by society as someone who can’t even be bothered with oral hygiene and take care of a simple area on his body: the mouth. For such a small orifice, it is home to a number of teeth, tongue with a million sensors, and a whole lot of saliva. Because of this, there are many causes of bad breath, so it’s not just because you forgot to brush your teeth that day. Here are several causes why your breath smells unpleasant

Accumulation of plaque and food debris

When we eat, we forget that food particles get left behind or lodged all over our mouths. Generally, we depend on the enzymes of the saliva to break it down over time. But this food debris turn into plaque that stick on the surface of the teeth, producing bacteria and is the cause for degradation of the tissues and enamel. If allowed to fester, the plaque becomes calculus and creates more irritation and infection.  Not only that, but the food particles smelled bad, too. As food gets rotten, it ferments faster in the mouth, too. This is why it is not recommended to eat your lunch and forget brushing afterwards!

Problems in the Gum Area

No matter how much you brush, so much that your mouth bleeds, you know there’s something wrong right there. It could point to an even bigger problem than just food particles getting stuck in between the teeth. Bad breath is a sign of gum infection that much is true. Chronic oral disease is a sign of lowered immunity against bacteria that thrive in the mouth. A rule of thumb when it comes to oral health is that bad breath, coupled with swollen and reddish gums that sometimes bleed, intense sensitivity and bad breath are the symptoms of the onset of periodontal disease. If this is the case, get dental attention as soon as possible. Advanced oral diseases almost always lead to more infection, and in some cases, it can travel into the bloodstream.

The best way to deal with bad breath is to be mindful of what we do for our teeth and gums. Though it might feel taxing and boring, think about what proper brushing habits can do! No more pain from plaque and cavities, no gum infection, and most of all, no funky smelling breath.

Mouth sores can be caused by a lot of factors. They can be of various types and may appear anywhere within the mouth.  It can target the inner cheeks, gums, tongue, lips or the palate.  Mouth sores can vary from just simple irritation to more severe conditions.

Most mouth sores are usually the result of irritation caused by a sharp or broken tooth, accidental biting of one’s cheek, tongue or lips, burning mouth from hot or food drinks, eating food with high acid content, wearing braces or from brushing the teeth too hard.  Serious conditions such as herpes simplex virus and disorders like lupus and inflammatory bowel diseases can be a contributing factor of mouth sore.  Even illnesses like cancer and AIDS can also be part of the causes.

Regardless of the type and severity of the mouth sore, the right cure will definitely depend on which factors cause mouth sores. In the case of broken or sharp tooth, the first action to take is to visit the dentist.  They are experts on this field and could be able to give proper advice and treatment in order to repair the damaged tooth, thus, preventing irritation that could lead to mouth sore.  Same thing is true with wearing braces, since wearing it often gives discomfort, it may eventually cause some irritation.

Dentists can do some adjustments that will help in getting the right comfort and prevent rubbing against the delicate skin of the mouth. Even if you don’t do anything, mouth sores usually go away within ten to fourteen days.  In order to lessen the pain and for faster healing, we need to avoid hot, spicy, and high acid content food and beverages. You can also gargle with cool water or eat popsicles.  This would be very helpful in case the pain becomes intense.  Taking pain relievers like acetaminophen can be another alternative.

Nonprescription medications are usually available as cures for mouth sores. These can help in protecting the lips and gums and provide some relief when applied during the first few days of occurrence of the mouth sore.  If budget does not permit, simple home remedies can actually be done to heal mouth sores.  One way to do this is by gargling salt water that will help kill the infection in the mouth.  Mixing salt water with sodium bicarbonate and formed as a paste can be applied to mouth sores and will be able to kill the infection and relieve the swelling.

If pain and swelling still continues, seeking medical help can be your best option.  If all initial treatment that you have done failed, then consulting a medical professional would be necessary.  Doctors will be able to recommend the right anti-viral medication that will help relieve the pain and promote fast healing.