Gum disease causes inflammation, bleeding, swelling, and tenderness in the gums ... which can be mild (stage 2), moderate (stage 3), or advanced (stage 4), the infection has spread to the bone ...

It requires proper dental treatment ... of your gum disease by checking the following: Ask you about your past or present gum problems. Examine your mouth and teeth for signs of red, swollen ...

If your gums are red, swollen, or bleed when you brush, you might have gingivitis. As it gets worse, you could notice sensitivity in your teeth or see your gums pulling away, making your teeth ...

A disease associated with sailors in a bygone era is rearing once more from the depths of history in developed countries.

More expensive fruit and vegetables could see return of scurvy which starts with telltale symptoms such as joint pain, ...

The findings could lead to new treatment and prevention ... in bleeding or inflamed gums. People who have rheumatoid arthritis are far more likely to have infected gums than those who don ...

With early treatment, this is reversible. One case study describes a man who developed dementia with Lewy bodies years after a Lyme disease infection. But it is difficult to tell whether there was a ...

The bacteria from infected gums can enter the bloodstream and contribute to the formation of plaques in the arteries or trigger an inflammatory response that affects the cardiovascular system.

These days, however, technology has progressed to the point that these old-fashioned tools are often not needed. Now ,dentists and hygienists can use laser technology to care for your teeth and gums.

And this could be putting you at risk of extreme swelling, bone fractures and even ... protein deficiency can also increase your risk of gum disease. Dr Rizwan Mahmood, dentist and co-founder ...