Dr. Kilimitzoglou on Healthy Gums
Dr. Kilimitzoglou on Healthy Gums
By The Wave Agency
One’s oral health is not complete without strong, healthy gums. To check if your gums are fit and healthy, it is important to take note of their color. A strong, pink coloration without signs of reddening means for healthy gums that will remain stable so long as they are properly cleaned. This is also an overall good sign for your oral health, as healthy gums, according to e.s.i. Healthy Dentistry’s Dr. Kilimitzoglou, means that harmful bacteria are being kept at bay.
Dr. K has this to say on the topic of gum health’s relation to your overall oral health picture, “But, gums don’t lie. If you are not consistent with good oral hygiene practices, the inflammation around gums takes weeks to reverse.”
When gums are discolored or inflamed, however, this can also tell a story as to what the state of your oral health is. Diseases can be attributed to certain discoloration of the gums, as well as the strength of your gums in holding your teeth in place. It is important to note that what will be affecting your gum health the most is often bacteria, and the way to clean bacteria is through regular, positive oral health habits (brushing and flossing) as well as visits to the dentist.
“Healthy gums are supposed to be coral pink, stippled and tight around teeth. They appear to be pink because they are highly vascularized with hundreds of fine blood vessels.”
Your gum health is also worth considering as an indication of overall health. As the entryway into our digestive system, harmful bacteria within the mouth can feasibly make their way through the body. Not only is our digestive system at risk from oral bacteria, but our respiratory system as well. According to Dr. K: “Many of us are mouth breathers. Therefore, it can also be a portal into our respiratory system.”
Proper gum health can be achieved through a variety of means, but it is important to note how habit allows your gums and overall oral health to flourish. Regular brushing of teeth, regularly flossing, and regular check-ups with e.s.i. Healthy Dentistry will allow you to find your best possible smile.
Schedule an appointment today, and learn how Dr. K and his team can benefit your oral health!
