Brushing your teeth twice a day will help minimise the risk of getting gum diseases. It is also important to clean between your teeth to gently clean under your gums at least once a day. But that’s not everything - diet and gut health are extremely important to maintaining healthy gums. Digestive upsets, mouth breathing, unbalanced hormones and malnourishment can all affect your gums. It is important to understand that the whole body is connected. A healthy gut ensures a healthy body system, a healthy brain, and a healthy mouth. In addition to this, other health factors can have a negative effect on your gum health, such as diabetes, xerostomia, and other autoimmune conditions.
Limiting snacking & sugars, as well as cleaning your mouth well, does help keep gums healthy, but don’t forget there is a bigger picture. Routine exams & hygiene appointments do identify these issues, but it’s up to the patient to take responsibility and allow us to arm them with the knowledge to help and move forward to a healthier you!