Tag: Gingivitis
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How Women’s Oral Health Reflects Menopause and Alzheimer’s Risk
Introduction: The Mouth as a Health Barometer We often hear that the eyes are the window to the soul. Yet for women, the mouth can be a powerful mirror of overall health. Oral health is not just about cavities or gum disease; it reflects systemic changes in the body. Emerging research suggests that hormonal transitions—particularly…
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Ladies’ Oral Health: Menopause, and the Possible Alzheimer’s Connection
The Mouth as a Health Mirror When we talk about health, the mouth is often overlooked as a barometer of overall well‑being. Yet changes in gums, teeth, and saliva can reflect shifts happening throughout the body. For many women, hormonal changes across life stages—especially during and after menopause—can alter oral health in ways that doctors…
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Gingivitis Explained: Symptoms, Causes, and Home Prevention
What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease and represents an inflammatory response of the gums (gingiva) to the sticky film of bacteria that forms on teeth known as plaque. When the plaque isn’t removed adequately, it triggers irritation, redness, and swelling of the gums. Gingivitis is usually painless at first, which…
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Gingivitis: Signs, Causes, and Treatments
What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is the early, inflammation-based stage of gum disease. It occurs when the gums (the gingiva) react to the bacteria in dental plaque, a sticky film that forms on teeth. While often painless at first, gingivitis can cause red, swollen gums and gums that bleed when you brush or floss. If caught…
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Gingivitis 101: What It Is, How to Tell If You Have It, and How to Treat It
What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease characterized by inflammation of the gums (the gingiva). The term itself comes from the Latin words for “gum” and “inflammation.” It arises as the body’s immune response to the bacteria found in dental plaque, a sticky biofilm that forms on tooth surfaces. While gingivitis…