What You Need to Know about Healthy Gums
What You Need to Know about Healthy Gums
By Wave Agency
Oral health can be properly measured by the state of one’s mouth, in particular one’s teeth and gums. It is fairly easy to determine if your gums are in good condition; simply, look at their color. A bright pink coloration without signs of reddening means that your gums are stable and can remain so as long as you are continuing with the right oral health habits.
According to e.s.i. Healthy Dentistry’s Dr. Kilimitzoglou, healthy gums mean that harmful bacteria are being kept at bay. “But, gums don’t lie. If you are not consistent with good oral hygiene practices, the inflammation around gums takes weeks to reverse,” writes Dr. K.
Diseases can be attributed to gum discoloration. Diseases can propagate if bacteria are thriving within your mouth’s microbiome. To prevent disease, the regular cleaning of your gums is a necessity. Positive oral health habits such as brushing and especially flossing will help to keep your mouth free from harmful bacteria. However, regular visits to the dentist are the best way to make sure your oral health is on track.
“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 mouth is the entryway into your digestive system. Because of this, keeping your gum health on track can also have positive effects throughout your 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, regular 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!
