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GUM TREATMENT
CAUSES OF GUM DISEASE
- The primary cause of Gum Disease is poor oral hygiene. If you are not brushing or flossing properly, then the chances of bacteria build-up are high. However, there are other reasons as well such as:
- Smoking or chewing tobacco which makes difficult for gum tissues to repair
- Consuming certain medications (oral contraceptives, steroids,
- anticonvulsants, calcium channel blockers, and chemotherapy) lessen saliva flow that protects teeth and gums. Some medicines even cause the abnormal growth of gum tissue.
- Crooked or misaligned teeth
- Hormonal changes such as puberty, menstruation, menopause, pregnancy etc. can make your gums sensitive and as a result prone to gum diseases.
- Certain illness such as cancer and HIV make your immune system weak are at higher risk of developing gum disease. Also, people who are diabetic are more prone to get Gum Disease.
- Genetic susceptibility such as family history can contribute to gingivitis