Inflammation is central to periodontal disease, triggered by the body’s response to periodontal pathogens in the biofilm. When the inflammatory response to bacterial infection becomes chronic, it causes damage to the supporting structures of the teeth (the root cementum, periodontal ligament and alveolar bone), causing the well-known process of bone loss and eventually even tooth loss.

Pregnancy gingivitis refers to the specific condition where inflammation of the gingiva is clearly tied to a woman’s pregnancy. As is the case for “classic” gingivitis, increased bleeding is one of the main symptoms of this condition. Pregnancy gingivitis often first occurs late in the first trimester, and peaks in the eighth month, dissipating shortly after delivery.

Regrettably, compliance with a daily oral hygiene routine at home is one of the greatest issues in dental care as patients often do not follow recommendations from healthcare providers. In fact, studies of patient adherence to recommended regiments show that approximately 30-60% of health information is forgotten within 1 hour, and that 50% of health recommendations are not followed.

Throughout modern history, stress has generally been categorised as a “risk indicator” for periodontal disease as opposed to a “risk factor,” meaning that correlations are observed but without strong evidence of a causal relationship.

Good oral health is more than clean teeth and avoiding cavities. The mouth is a gateway to your body’s overall health. Besides cavities, poor dental hygiene can have a profound impact on your health and longevity. There is mounting evidence that shows an association between poor dental hygiene and a wide variety of illnesses.

Aphthous stomatitis is commonly defined as recurrent ulcerations of the oral mucosa. In layman's terms, an occurrence of aphthous stomatitis is often called a mouth ulcer. The most affected areas of the oral cavity are the labial mucosa, buccal mucosa, and tongue. Unlike for example cold sores, which develop on the outside of the mouth, these ulcerations are non-contagious. This is a critical point to get across to patients, who often carry misperceptions regarding the transmissibility of mouth ulcer.

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What is a Dental Implant?
The Benefits of Dental Implants A dental implant is a high-tech replacement tooth that mimics the whole tooth structure. A titanium “root” is snugly inserted into the bone and is used to support a crown, bridge or denture. It looks, feels and acts like a real tooth and can last a lifetime if properly cared for.