Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can influence the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid…
Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen. Eventually, the gums become detached…
Maintaining good oral hygiene in the Kelowna area is essential to overall health and wellness. Your teeth and gums are the foundation of great personal health. Most of us in the Kelowna area brush our teeth twice a day. This is good practice and makes for a good start to your oral health. However, many…
What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has an essential job. It protects the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar bone in which your teeth are anchored. What is gum…
1. Which of the following are risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis)? a. Pregnancy b. Overbite c. Diabetes d. Genetics 2. Which of the things listed below are possible signs of gum disease? a. Teeth that appear longer b. A change in the way dentures fit c. Loose teeth d. Tender gums 3. Which of…
The pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a strong immune system. We at Love Your Smile in Kelowna can help you understand the link between viruses and gum disease Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the severity of COVID-19 illness is due, in…
If you are worried about swollen gums or an aching tooth, you’re are not alone. You should have your symptoms checked out right away, because they could be a sign of gum disease, a serious but treatable condition at Love Your Smile in Kelowna. Gum disease is progressive. Before it reaches the advanced stage it…
Here is important news for anyone who cares about their dental health: gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is associated with heart disease. At Love Your Smile in Kelowna, gum disease is easy to treat if it is caught in the early stages. What…
Here is a statistic that should make everyone sit up and take notice: seven out of ten Canadian adults will have gum disease at some point in their lives. It is preventable, though, and also treatable at Love Your Smile in Kelowna. Gum disease is usually the result of poor brushing and flossing habits. When…
Gum disease is more common than you might think. At Love Your Smile in Kelowna we see patients with gum disease almost every day. It’s a serious matter, but can usually be avoided with regular brushing at home, and preventative dentistry. Some people aren’t even aware they have it until we see it during a…
