{"id":60,"date":"2018-04-03T21:02:39","date_gmt":"2018-04-03T21:02:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=60"},"modified":"2018-04-12T21:04:13","modified_gmt":"2018-04-12T21:04:13","slug":"stop-gum-disease-tips-from-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/stop-gum-disease-tips-from-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Stop Gum Disease Before It Starts with These Tips from Your Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"AAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over half of Americans over the age of 30 have some form of periodontal disease. That\u2019s over 64 million Americans who are at risk of tooth loss because of poor gum health. Not only does that put their ability to eat and speak at risk, but also their overall health.<\/p>\n

Gum disease has consistently been tied to other serious health problems, such as heart disease and stroke. To stop gum disease in its tracks, consider these tips from your dentist<\/a> before it\u2019s too late!<\/p>\n

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Add Mouthwash to Your Oral Care Routine<\/h2>\n

Specifically, include an anti-microbial mouthwash. Some mouthwashes are alcohol-based, which is great for killing bacteria that causes bad breath. However, they also tend to easily dry out the mouth, which ironically also contributes to decay. Later, we\u2019ll be discussing how to keep saliva production high, which is essential to washing away bacteria and protecting your teeth.<\/p>\n

Upgrade Your Toothbrush!<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019ve been using a manual toothbrush for years, you\u2019ll find brushing much easier if you switch to an electric brush. While a manual toothbrush is sufficient for oral hygiene, toothbrushes equipped with rotating heads or sonic technology are designed to break dental plaque apart more easily.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that brushing your teeth aggressively does not remove more plaque. In fact, it\u2019s far worse for your teeth and causes your gums to recede, the opposite of what you want when fighting gum disease. An electric toothbrush will encourage you to use less force when brushing.<\/p>\n

Add These Foods to Your Diet<\/h2>\n

To improve your gum health, consider adding these foods to your diet:<\/p>\n