How can I keep my gums healthy?

i'd like my gums to remain in good health...tips for doing so?

4 answers to “How can I keep my gums healthy?”

A: Healthy gums, Healthy heart..

Cate Vieregger, DDS

Brushing and flossing as easy as it sounds is key, but it is not enough to keep you healthy.  Routine dental visits wher the gums are gently measured every visit are your insurance policy for good oral health.  If a gum pocket becomes diseased the measurements get deeper and professional laser gum... more

A: How to keep gums healthy

Robert Fields, DDS

The answer is easy , the procedure is easy and you can do it with no help! Brush and floss at least three times a day and always after snacks. You also need to see your dentist at least twice a year to make sure all is okay.  One other thing that you might find beneficial is a Rota-dent one step... more

A: The answer is simple, the application more complicated

Lance Timmerman, DMD

Honestly brushing, flossing, alcohol-free rinse and routine visits (at least 2 times per year if not more) is usually all you really need to do.  It sounds simple (and it really is) but many people...  just don't. If gum disease is already present, then there are other things to do in addition to the... more

A: Younger people are more prone to cavities, but once you...

Irwin Smigel, DDS

Younger people are more prone to cavities, but once you leave your teen years behind, you become more susceptible to gum disease. The first sign of gum disease (gingivitis) is blood on your toothbrush. In order to prevent gingivitis from becoming periodontal disease you should floss regularly, as well as brush... more

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