The most common cause of tooth loss in adults is gum disease. It starts off mildly, with plaque building up on your teeth. Plaque that is left on your teeth, if not removed, then begins to irritate the gums. Well, actually, it is the harmful secretions of bacteria living under the plaque that do that.
The most insidious part of this process is when the plaque actually begins to get inside the gums, creating what is called pockets. This cannot be reached by a toothbrush and can barely be reached by floss. In a manner of speaking, regular oral hygiene may not be enough at some point. However, an oxygenated mouthwash such as Therabreath may be helpful.
People at risk for developing gum disease include those who are wearing braces, those who smoke, those with diabetes, those who are pregnant and undergoing hormonal changes and those who have relatives who were affected by this condition as well. Oramd could be something worth looking into – again, it is likely to be only part of the solution.
Limiting sweet snacks can help – but it is only part of the puzzle. It has been said that the average American usually consumes about