relationship between periodontal disease and pregnancy




when a women is physically fits and healthy, and the antigens as well the antibodies she has is solely for, but by the time she became pregnant,   the foetus in her will require all the foods a normal human will require plus the several hormonal changes has occurred in her body,   the general body immunity of her body will decrease.
 When this happen the periodontal bacteria or the gingivitis and periodontitis causing bacteria that are getting a kick back initially will now be free to thrive. When this happen gum bleeding, swellings and pains as well as other symptoms of gingivitis results.
 This is why it is very important to give a pregnant woman as well as nursing mother a food rich in all vitamins as well as carbohydrates, they and the unborn baby need energy as well as vitamins.

role of vitamin c in periodontal disease



role of vitamin c in periodontal disease
look us look into how vitamins see aid the wellbeing of our gum and teeth and how deficiency of this can cause gum diseases like Gingivitits and periodontitis,  vitamin c is essential for the general gum and tooth wellbeing lack of it in our before can cause  easy bruising, gum bleeding , swollen gums , slow wound healing, red and scaly skin, dry red spot on the skin and more,  vitamin c essential to the gum and the tooth, lack of enough of this vitamin is known to cause scurvy diseases.
 As we have seen lack of adequate vitamin c in our body will cause a series of infection among which are gum bleeding, swollen gums, slow wound healings etc, but this are the symptoms of gingivitis , a gum condition that lead to the periodontal diseases, therefore  vitamin c is very important to our teeth and gums, 
We know that periodontal disease are caused  by the presence of bacteria, when these bacteria accumulate , they form a plaque,  with time  gum swelling, gum bleeding and reddishness is seen,  these are the effect of bacteria, these bacteria are called periodontal bacteria,
 One very important thing here is that when the body immunity is high, our antigens an fight back this bacteria, vitamins c is known to increase body immunity and hence help stop the effect of bacteria.
 Therefore vitamin c should be consumed from time to time as supplement, foods rich in this vitamins like fruits; oranges, grape, pineapples. Guava, pawpaw, melons, etc  should be part of our diet.
In case of severe gum pains, swellings and reddishness, a dosage of vitamin c should be consumed from time, .

tooth extraction questions and answers



Some of the most common questions many people suffering from tooth extraction and tooth decay are common baffles with
We cover some question on
Benefits of salt water mouth rinse
Tooth extraction and salt water
Pain due to tooth extraction
Signs of tooth extraction is healing
Wisdom tooth sockets
rebuild tooth enamel
cavity and re-filling
vitamin c for gum disease &
how to reduce gum pockets naturally

salt water mouth rinse benefits
 we are going to look into how salt water mouth therapy is beneficial to the  gum, tooth and the overall mouth hygiene.
 A salt water therapy is a little amount of water preferably a cup of water, with high concentration of salt. 
 Our mouth contain bacteria, there bacteria are known as periodontal bacteria, they are beneficial to  the mouth but they only become harmful when their concentration is high,  when they are above the normal level in the mouth, they tend cause several gum and tooth infection.
 The following are some of the benefits of salt water mouth rinse.
Salt water create  the high concentration of salt disrupt the niche of bacteria, bacteria prefers a an alkaline environment,  whereas salt solution create an acidic one, this make ability of bacterias to absorb water, they eventually become dehydrated and will eventually die, the next time you brush your mouth you will flush them out.
 Salt solution promote wound healing, so after undergoing a gingivitis or any dental treatment, you can use salt solution to aid fast healing, salt water is like some of our body fluid like tears, it presence around open wound do not irritate the body like how other mouthwash or dental rinse might do.
Salt water reduces the odour in your mouth, when you have much more bacteria in your mouth, it is likely that your mouth will smell, using salt water will kill this bacteria and reduce this mouth odor.
It help cure tooth and other gum disease, gum disease like gingivitis and periodontitis are caused due to the presence of bacteria in the mouth, lack of good oral hygiene etc. using a good oral mouthwash will help  you prevent all of the above and help retain your natural gum and teeth health.
salt water rinse after tooth extraction
after you have undergone a surgery, it is likely that  you have a wound all over your gum and teeth, maintaining a regular oral hygiene should be a priority.
 When wound is exposed to bacteria, the bacteria would affect the healing of the wound, this will inturn cause a delay in the healing process , therefore there is  need to prevent bacterias from having close access to the wound provided we want the wound to heal in time.
 To prevent these and to faster the healing of the gums and tissues after a tooth extraction treatment , all what you have to do is to maintain a good oral hygiene practice, this involve regular teeth brushing , using of mouthwash and regular flossing.
But with a wound in the tooth, the above cannot be maintained , then what should you use
A salt water solution can be  the best alternative, a salt water solution has  the  the following property that help in wound healing.
 First of all it disrupt the bacteria niche, must bacteria cannot survive in an acidic environment, this dehydrate the bacteris and they eventually dies out. Salt solution has the following benefits
Salt water create  the high concentration of salt disrupt the niche of bacteria, bacteria prefers a an alkaline environment,  whereas salt solution create an acidic one, this make ability of bacterias to absorb water, they eventually become dehydrated and will eventually die, the next time you brush your mouth you will flush them out.
 Salt solution promote wound healing, so after undergoing a gingivitis or any dental treatment, you can use salt solution to aid fast healing, salt water is like some of our body fluid like tears, it presence around open wound do not irritate the body like how other mouthwash or dental rinse might do.
Salt water reduces the odour in your mouth, when you have much more bacteria in your mouth, it is likely that your mouth will smell, using salt water will kill this bacteria and reduce this mouth odor.
When you use salt water solution it clears out germs from wounded part of your mouth where ordinarily it will be painful to use toothbrush or other mouthwash that may burn the mouth, some mouthwash contain chemicals and alcohol, these two can cause a burning o stinging sensation.



how often do you use salt water rinse,
it depends on the condition of your mouth, for a mouth  with a mild milt infection , such as most common symptoms of gingivitis like swollen gums, gum bleeding or mouth odor, one daily use or twice a daily is ok,  especially in the morning after tooth-brushing or before going to bed.
 For a mouth with a severe case of gingivitis, like rotten tooth, severe gum bleeding and visible gum receding, then the salt solution should be increased, this is to devastate the bacterias causing the decay and to stop their destructive effect.
 and after tooth extraction , you will observe that tooth brushing become a difficulty, it is time to use salt water therapy, rinse your mouth using salt water therapy  2 to 3 time daily for the next seven days, after that you can continue with your normal tooth brushing.
 Apart from the above  , keeping the extraction tooth area clean,
one good thing about alt water oral therapy is that it increase the PH value of the solution in your mouth making it impossible for bacteria to survive in this niche.
Salt water solution should be use one a day for a mild mouth and gum infection like bad mouth odor, twice  a day for gum bleeding or gum swelling and as recommended by  your dentist after surgery.

how long does pain last after tooth extraction
for the injuries and wounds from tooth extraction to  heal completely , it depends one of the following conditions
 it usually take about 3 weeks to a month for a new  tissue to rebuild, and about a period of 6 month for a new bone reformation.
·         The size of the wounds
·          The body immunity of the patient
·          The level of oral hygiene
The size of the wound after the surgery will greatly affect how long it will take for the surgery to heal , if the wound from the surgery is small it will take a small time before it heal and if the wound is large t take a longer time before it heals.
If the patient is having a high body immunity, it will can fight away microbes; germs and bacteria that can frustrate the healing process. This will speed up the blood clotting, tissue regeneration and the healing process will speed up. Whereas if the body immunity is low, it can’t fight bacteria, this microbes will disrupt the healing process , tissue regeneration and bone reformation  will take a longer time.
The level of oral hygiene, patients who maintained a good oral hygiene will need naturally kick out the bacteria causing infection, this will speed up healing and prevent disruption.
how do you know if your tooth extraction is healing
 to know if your tooth wound is healing properly or getting worse  you need to have a platform or a mirror to observe.   Below  are some of the signs that your gum, tissues and bones is healing properly after undergoing tooth extraction.
The first sign that your wound is healing properly is when the bleeding stops and the blood clot, the pain will slightly reduced, at this level you have to be gentle with your teeth, you should brush or chew hard food to prevent more injuries, your dentist can give you some recommendations and it is advisable to keep to that.
 After the first week,  when you observe that the tissues start to refill the gap and , the gap become so small before the 3rd week, when you observe this, then it is a good sign that your tooth is healing properly. The tissue will begin to expand.at these stage there are series of food and drink you should avoid to prevent disruption of the healing process. Cold drinks and ice-cream, as well as hard food or anything that would affect the gum should be avoided.
The next phase of the healing process is the for the gap to close, in the 3rd to the 4th week of the surgery , your gap should meet , the tissue healing is ongoing.
 When your tooth healing process follow this stages, then there is no doubt that  your tooth healing process is in order.
how to clean wisdom teeth sockets with syringe
in order to prevent the building up of bacteria from food debris, you have to clean your tooth socket, you know normal tooth brushing will not ideal due to the nature of your wound, therefore you have to  look other alternative.
 here comes the use of a syringe, but would you use it, here is how to clean te tooth extraction site after wisdom tooth surgery.
1.      Start using the syringe on the 4th day after the surgery
2.       The syringe should only be used on the lower extraction area only
3.      The syringe should be use at least 2 to 3 times daily, until you can no longer put the syringe into the extraction area, tis may take from few week to month depending on how fast your gap refills, though it varies from individual to individual.
But what will put in to the  syringe, your dentist should have recommended an oral mouthwash for you,  you can alternative use a salt water solution,  to prepare a salt water solution just add like 3 teaspooful of salt into a cup of warm water and allow it to dissolve completely, saltwater is effective in  clearing bacteria from the mouth, it first  dehydrate the bacteria, disrupt the environment for the bacteria and make finally kill the bacteria. Salt water has an advantage over other mouthwash, it does not contain chemical that will irritate your body, it is an isotonic solution just like any other water body fluid like tears.
You should continue to clean your wounded site with syringe until when you cannot fill any pain around the area,
how to reduce gum pockets naturally
 To reverse gum diseases naturally follow the instruction I am about to state below
·         Oil pulling
·         Green tea
·         Coconut Oil & Himalayan Sea Salt Rub.
·         Vitamin C
·         Aloe Vera
·         Flossing
·         Mouthwash.
·         And finally omega 3 fatty acids
Let us start with the first one, to reverse or stop gingivitis using oiling,   you need to use a coconut oil , olive oil can also do it, when you wake up in the morning before doing anything, put coconut oil into your mouth for like  10 to 30 minutes,  and pour it out, do not wash your wash or toothbrush your teeth ,  the coconut oil have a natural anti-bacterial properties.
The 2nd method is to use  green tea,  green tea is found to reduce plague and increase the gum elasticity to the teeth and prevent gum bleeding, how do you do that, drink a cup of green tea every day , either warm or cold tea.
The 3rd method is to mix coconut oil with Himalayan seed oil, massage the gum with the mixture,  and wait for some minutes, wash your mouth after, they both have a strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Vitamin c: vitamin c is very essential in the building-up of the teeth, a  deficiency  of vitamin C, will ause gum bleeding and inflammation. Eat food like oranges and pineapples that are rich in vitamin C,  you can alternatively use an overdose of vitamin c tablet.  You will be surprise of the result you will see.
Other method includes the use of
Aloe Vera, Flossing, Mouthwash and  finally omega 3 fatty acids
vitamin c for gum disease

 vitamin C a powerful vitamin essential in the building up of collagen, a very important protein element  that aid in the production of healthy tissue including that of the connective tissues and gums. It also aid the gums and of the periodontal ligaments that help the gums stay tight to the teeth and the teeth to the jawbone.
  • Consuming food rich in vitamin c is essential for  healthy teeth and gums, foods like  oranges, strawberries, citrus fruits, Strawberries, papayas,  kiwi, guava and bell peppers are all rich in vitamin c,  other food are black current, melons and tomatoes.
  • Lack of vitamin c in your diet can lead to connective tissue damages and broken capillaries. This will lead to gum inflammation and bleeding amount others.
  • How much of vitamin c do you need, the amount of vitamin c you require depend on your body weight, for infant a dosage of about 50mg per day is okay , for children between the age of 1 to 3 years ,a 15 mg of dose per day is ok,  for  children with in age bracket of 4 to 8 years will need like 25mg per day. For children from 9 to 13 years of age  will require like 45 mg per day. For teenage females will require about  65 mg and 75 for males , and from 19 years of age and above a dosage of  male will require 90 mg while ladies will require 75 mg.
For nursing mother a dosage of 120 mg while 80 mg is k for pregnant women,
 The dosage depend on the body weight and your requirement.
how to get rid of a cavity without a filling

a cavity is the decayed part of the tooth, it happens when periodontal bacteria have their ways into the soft tissue of the bones and destroys it, these happens when oral hygiene is not maintained.
 Daily tooth brushing, regular flossing and use of mouthwash from time to, lack of dental checkups and other are some of the reason that will lead to a tooth decay and later on a cavity.
  The argument here is can these cavity be reversed, can you close the gap between these tooth ?   yes  you can do that a simple surgery can get you’re the cavity off your tooth but can you refill the cavity without undergoing such surgery?
If you want to regain your tooth cavity you need to allow the dental fluid to flow back and to prevent bacterias from altering the tooth reformation
 The remedy  iam about to unveil will show you how to hide the hole and regain your normal dental arrangement.
·         Avoid sugar: sugary food are part of what bacteria like to feed on, when you feed bacteria you destroy your tooth, avoid sugar food , sugar is also meaning , it will neutralize calcium that is essential for tooth reformation.
·         Remove phytic acids: these are enzymes inhibitors founds in our grains and other foods, phytic acids block phosphorus , magnesium and zinc which are essential minerals for the wellbeing of our tooth and gums.
·         Consume raw milk and nutrient rich foods: these food contain  vitamins and minerals such as calcium and vitamin k calcium, and vitamin D3, magnesium, phosphorus and fat-soluble vitamins.
·         Each bones:  eat bones sound funny? Bones contain essential minerals like vitamins k and calcium , these are very important vitamins for healthy gum and tooth.

how to rebuild tooth enamel naturally

when you have a tooth decay as a result or poor oral hygiene , you lose a tooth, a ligament and other part of teeth. You can regain all by not necessarily going for surgery but by undergoing the series of procedures I am about to unveil you can reverse that.
Tooth decay is mostly caused by effects of plaque or nutrient deficiency,  to rebuild an enamel, the strong part of your teeth, you need to feed it with essential nutrient also to prevent it from enzymes and acid that cause it demineralize.
  Substance like lactic acids ,  are produced by bacteria when they feed on sugars and carbohydrates , when left on the did for a longer time it will cause demineralization or wearing-out of the teeth, the can be prevented when saliva neutralize this acids,,  tooth lose happens when the amount of lactic acids produce is far more than the amount neutralize, this happens when you have to plaque in your mouth.
1.      Change of diet: avoid food that contain high concentration of sugar and phytic acids. Bacterias feed on sugars while phytic acid prevent the absorption of important minerals like  like calcium.
2.      Consume enough minerals:  food containing high concentration of calcium and phosphorous should be consumed.
3.      Avoid smoking: smoking is very dangerous to your tooth and gums, it cause tooth staining ,gum diseases, tooth loss and even mouth cancer.