Oral health

Oral Health: Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore When caring for your teeth and gums at home, it's also important to watch for new problems in your mouth. They may be warning signs of more serious conditions in your body. Symptoms to look out for include: • Gum, tooth, or jaw pain • Bleeding gums • Loose or lost teeth • Recurring bad breath • Sores, irregular patches, or lumps in your mouth Gum, Tooth or Jaw Pain Combined with cold sores, jaw and mouth pain are signs of stress, generally speaking. Stress can cause a bunch of physical and mental disorders. Your dentist can help you identify the source of your pain. Jaw discomfort can often be caused by toothache, sinus problems or even gum disease. Bleeding and Sore Gums If your gums bleed and hurt or ache, then it could be a sign that you have gum disease and it’s progressing. Changes in tooth enamel or tooth surface Any change in the shape or signs of erosion of the tooth enamel can showcase signs of malnutrition including eating disorders. Acid reflux is another culprit. Other signs of eating disorder or malnutrition are: • Sensitive teeth. • Dry mouth. • Tooth enamel loss. • Dry and cracked lips or mouth. • Swollen salivary glands. Loose or lost teeth A sign of advanced gum disease is the loss or movement of a tooth inside the mouth. Tooth loss can also be an early sign of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis decreases bone density and weakens your bones.

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Oral Health: Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore

When caring for your teeth and gums at home, it's also important to watch for new problems in your mouth. They may be warning signs of more serious conditions in your body. Symptoms to look out for include:

• Gum, tooth, or jaw pain • Bleeding gums • Loose or lost teeth

• Recurring bad breath • Sores, irregular patches, or lumps in your mouth

Gum, Tooth or Jaw Pain Combined with cold sores, jaw and mouth pain are signs of stress, generally speaking. Stress can cause a bunch of physical and mental disorders. Your dentist can help you identify the source of your pain. Jaw discomfort can often be caused by toothache, sinus problems or even gum disease. Bleeding and Sore Gums If your gums bleed and hurt or ache, then it could be a sign that you have gum disease and it’s progressing. Changes in tooth enamel or tooth surface Any change in the shape or signs of erosion of the tooth enamel can showcase signs of malnutrition including eating disorders. Acid reflux is another culprit. Other signs of eating disorder or malnutrition are:

• Sensitive teeth. • Dry mouth. • Tooth enamel loss. • Dry and cracked lips or mouth. • Swollen salivary glands.

Loose or lost teeth A sign of advanced gum disease is the loss or movement of a tooth inside the mouth. Tooth loss can also be an early sign of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis decreases bone density and weakens your bones.

Brushing twice a day is not enough to remove plaque from in between the teeth, so it is very important to floss your teeth daily. If plaque is not removed, it will harden into a thick deposit called tartar. If tartar is allowed to remain on the teeth and below the gumline, it can lead to chronic infection and inflammation. The only way to remove tartar is to have your teeth professionally cleaned at your dental office. If ever you experience any of these “danger signals”, call Dental Solutions to schedule an appointment (928) 328 1121. Early diagnosis and treatment are the most cost effective routes to follow. If you have any specific questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. Dental Solutions #160 3rd street Los Algodones, B.C. http://www.dsolutions.mx (928) 328 1121