Tag: plaque
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A New Way to Fight Heart Disease: Targeting Inflammation
Introduction: A Paradigm Shift in Combating Heart Disease For decades, the medical community has fought heart disease by controlling diabetes, lowering blood pressure, and managing cholesterol. Medications such as aspirin and statins saved lives by reducing risks, but heart disease remains the leading cause of death in many countries. A fresh line of research is…
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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…