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If you don’t take care of them, your teeth can really fall out!
Gingival bleeding often occurs due to gum inflammation, which is an early stage of periodontal disease. If left untreated, gingivitis can progress to more severe periodontitis, potentially leading to tooth loss if not addressed promptly.
What is periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease, encompassing the damage and inflammatory response in periodontal tissues such as gums, periodontal ligament, alveolar bone, and cementum, is the most prevalent category of oral diseases. It further divides into gingivitis and periodontitis, characteristic symptoms include gum inflammation, tooth bone resorption, and tooth mobility.
At the moment, periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults worldwide, significantly impacting people’s lives. It is also intricately linked to conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and pregnancy complications.
The pesky baddies causing gum disease
Plaque is the primary etiological factor in periodontal disease. A variety of bacteria reside in plaque, but only a select few Gram-negative anaerobes are implicated in this dental condition.
Gram-negative anaerobes establish themselves in dental plaque, producing a myriad of pathogenic substances such as endotoxins, leukotoxins, and proteases. These lead to tissue damage and inflammatory responses in the periodontium.
The process of periodontal tissue destruction
In the early stages of periodontal disease, bacteria in the plaque produce toxins such as lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and interleukin-1 (IL-1), which stimulate gum tissue, causing inflammation. Inflamed gums become red, swollen, and prone to bleeding, characteristic symptoms of gingivitis.
As gum inflammation progresses, bacteria from the plaque infiltrate deeper into the periodontal tissues below the gums: the periodontal ligament, alveolar bone, and cementum. Bacteria and their toxins disrupt these periodontal support structures, leading to the formation of a periodontal pocket and alveolar bone loss, ultimately progressing into periodontal disease.
As periodontal disease progresses to its advanced stages, intense alveolar bone resorption occurs, leading to severe damage to the tooth-supporting structures, which can result in loosening, displacement, and even loss of teeth.
PS:The periodontal pocket are the spaces that form between the gum and tooth root. As the periodontal pocket deepen, periodontal disease tends to advance.
How can I prevent periodontal disease?
After I explanation， I believe everyone has now recognized the severity of periodontal disease.
It’s crucial to prevent periodontal disease early on! If you notice gum bleeding, it’s important to visit a dentist promptly for examination and treatment. Once periodontitis advances to its later stages with alveolar bone loss, that cannot be reversed.
When oral hygiene is poor, plaque forms on tooth surfaces and progressively accumulates. While the severity of periodontal disease does not only depend on the quantity and type of plaque present, but also on individual susceptibility to the condition.
But compared to regulating one’s own immune response, a more convenient and effective approach to preventing periodontal disease is to actively disrupt dental plaque formation through external interventions.
However, just brushing your teeth with a toothbrush simply will not suffice to thoroughly remove plaque, a highly adhesive substance. In addition to brushing twice daily, it is crucial to use assistance tools like floss and water flosser to clean between the teeth for effective removal of plaque.
For instance, this JIEYANG bigsmile portable water flosser boasts a high-frequency pulsation technology of 1400 strokes per minute, with water pressure adjustable between 5-160 PSI. It effortlessly removes plaque with just one button press. With such convenience, why you not give it a try?
This JIEYANG bigsmile portable water flosser from the Dana development team is also a pioneer in touch-controlled modes. Simply slide your finger to choose the appropriate pressure, with 8 levels available for each of its 3 distinct modes. It effortlessly removes plaque from teeth, gum pockets, and tonsil stones!
Compared to the high expenses associated with treating dental problems like gingivitis and periodontal disease at a hospital, this compact, stylish, and highly functional portable water flosser is an incredibly cost-effective secret weapon for oral care.