SWOLLEN GUMS: Vitamin C Deficiency may be one of the cause
How does vitamin C help to prevent gum disease?
Everything from receding gums and tooth sensitivity can often be attributed to a vitamin C
deficiency. It is estimated that gums turn over at least 20% of their collagen every single day.
Collagen supports the gums by promoting both circulation and strength.
Every time teeth touch each other, from chewing food or grinding together, they use up some
vitamin C. This is why the teeth that touch first when you close your mouth will have the most
gum recession, decay and plaque buildup.
Yes, vitamin C inhibits the formation of plaque and tartar. In fact, vitamin C is referred to as the
invisible toothbrush. Even if you are a tooth brushing fanatic – you may not get the results you
want without adequate amounts of vitamin C.
DIABETES AND PERIODONTAL DISEASE
DIABETES AND PERIODONTAL DISEASE
Diabetic patients are more likely to develop periodontal disease, which in turn can increase
blood sugar and diabetic complications.
People with diabetes are more likely to have periodontal disease than people without diabetes,
probably because people with diabetes are more susceptible to contracting infections. In fact,
periodontal disease is often considered a complication of diabetes. Those people who don't
have their diabetes under control are especially at risk.
Research has suggested that the relationship between diabetes and periodontal disease goes
both ways - periodontal disease may make it more difficult for people who have diabetes to
control their blood sugar.
Severe periodontal disease can increase blood sugar, contributing to increased periods of time
when the body functions with a high blood sugar. This puts people with diabetes at increased
risk for diabetic complications