Problems such as cavities, periodontal disease and tooth loss have remained unchanged at a worrying 45 percent (approximately 3.5 billion people). A percentage that is higher than in any other non-communicable disease, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
It is known that the problem is not only that these conditions can cause discomfort or pain. Oral disease can lead to dangerous long-term health consequences. Therefore, it was a necessity to include oral health among the WHO priorities with a clear objective: to move from a curative approach to a preventive approach.
According to specialists, prevention is crucial when it comes to ensuring good health in general. However, most people only visit the dental clinic when there is an emergency or alarming symptom. Unfortunately, few patients do it to prevent ailments.
In a study carried out in Spain, the gingivitis It affects 1 in 2 people. Bleeding gums are so common that we tend to normalize it without being aware of its danger. Dentists emphasize that gingivitis is, in fact, the prelude to periodontitis and this is a serious gum disease. A periodontitis Uncontrolled can cause tooth loss.
On the other hand, periodontal disease and diabetes have a bidirectional relationship, so it is essential to integrate correct oral hygiene and specific products for the gums on a daily basis. On the one hand, the greater the severity of periodontitis, the greater the risk of developing diabetes. And, for its part, diabetes increases the risk of periodontal disease by four.
Gingivitis can be reversed and anyone can have a healthy mouth again as soon as possible. To do this, it is essential, first, to mark regular visits to the dentist on your calendar. Attending these check-ups annually can prevent major illness in the short or long term. On the other hand, at home, you must choose the appropriate toothpaste to carry out optimal oral hygiene.
According to researchers from the global dental supplies firm Dentaid, you should not choose just any paste or mouthwash for gums, you should opt for products formulated with specific antiseptic and antiplaque active ingredients such as CPC that help solve the problem. Its effectiveness is given by the active ingredients that help reduce gums, enhance the antiseptic effect, prevent the formation of bacterial plaque and inhibit bleeding, among other benefits.
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