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Gums : tips and guides
Gums that bleed, swell or recede are the most common oral problem after cavities, and the most ignored. These articles explain what gingivitis is, why brushing too hard damages the gum line, how tobacco masks the warning signs, and what changes after 50 or during pregnancy. The advice is practical: soft bristles, two minutes twice a day, interdental cleaning, and a dentist visit when bleeding lasts more than two weeks. None of this replaces a professional diagnosis; it helps you know when to seek one.
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GumsBleeding Gums When Brushing: When Should You Worry?
A healthy gum does not bleed. Bleeding when brushing almost always means plaque-induced gingivitis: it disappears within one to two weeks of gentle, thorough brushing with interdental cleaning...
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GumsReceding gums (gum recession): causes and prevention
A receding gum exposes the neck and then the root, which have no enamel: hence sensitivity and the risk of root decay. It does not grow back on...
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GumsPomegranate and gums: what antioxidants can do for your mouth
Pomegranate is rich in polyphenols, antioxidants with recognised properties, but no study proves that a pomegranate toothpaste treats the gums: it is a comfort bonus, not a treatment....
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