In the main there are two different types of dentistry: preventive and curative. The first of these two types is far more preferable because it means that problems are stopped before they have even started. If you think about the choice, it is not really a hard one: prevent an oral condition occurring or undergo treatment once it has happened. I’m sure most people would prefer not to have to undergo treatment.
This is as true for gum disease as it is with other ailments which might affect the mouth. The sad thing about gum disease is that it is very common in the United Kingdom but it is really rather easy to avoid. Gum disease can occur when plaque is left on the gum line of teeth and causes the gums to become inflamed. If you adequately remove the plaque from your teeth then diseased gums shouldn’t be a problem. It is a matter of brushing all of your mouth with care and attention and flossing as well so that plaque cannot stick around between your teeth.
The good news is that gum disease is pretty easy to deal with, especially in its early stage of gingivitis. Brush better and floss, as already suggested, but certain formulated mouth washes can be used too and sometimes a simple course of antibiotics are all that is needed.
Going to see your City of Leeds dentist is crucial in the process of preventive dentistry. They can examine your mouth and observe how well your teeth and gums are doing. They might just notice a subtle change in the way your teeth and gums look and then can advise you how to change your habits to stop gum disease before it gets more serious.
Tags: brushing and flossing, gum disease, plaque
