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CAN GUM DISEASE BE CURED?

Dr Fareed Amod, Crown Dental Practice ■ Loose or separating teeth important, increasing your risk of antibiotics will help control an periodontitis, it cannot be cured,
■ Painful chewing developing advanced gum disease infection. only treated. If you suspect that
ith more than two-thirds ■ Sensitive teeth up to seven times. Sometimes surgical treatments you have gum disease or have
of all adults showing Gum disease is diagnosed by your other dental problems, seek
Gingivitis affects the vast
Wsome form of gum majority of people in some form dentist, who will look for a number are the best course of action help from your dentist as soon
for advanced cases. Surgical
infection, gum disease is one of the or another and is considered of different signs to see how far procedures could include pocket as possible. The right treatment
most common infections affecting reversible. However, if gingivitis your condition has developed. reduction surgery, soft tissue plan will work to get your mouth
people around the world today. While red, bleeding gums often healthy again, get you out of pain
Gum disease commonly refers is allowed to continue, indicate gum disease, your dentist graft, bone graft, and guided and improve your smile. 
tissue regeneration.
periodontal disease can develop.
to a wide spectrum of infections In periodontal disease, the will also look for things it can be
that affect the soft and hard tissue destruction of the supporting hard for you to see on your own. However, these treatments all Crown Dental Studio is one of the few
of the mouth. The South African These include excessive plaque and have limited success in people who truly 24-hour dental practises in Durban
Dental Association states that tissues, including the gums, bone tartar build-up, and tooth pocket are unable to show effective plaque as this is not limited to emergency
and periodontal ligaments (the
severe gum disease is found in fibres that hold the teeth in the depth. If there’s significant depth control. This emphasizes the dentistry treatment.

5-20% of middle-aged adults. jaw) can occur. Eventually, the in the tooth pockets, your dentist importance of adequate cleaning T: +27 81 207 8621
Research shows it may heighten might have x-rays taken to look techniques and the importance of E: info@dramod.co.za
the risk of stroke, heart disease, destruction could cause the teeth further into the severity of your gum health. Brushing removes the W: www.dramod.co.za
to become loose and even be lost.
diabetes, Alzheimer’s and even periodontitis. plaque from the surface of your
cause pregnancy complications. However, aggressive periodontitis teeth. Flossing removes the plaque
only affects 10 - 15% of the Over the years various forms and food particles stuck between
We can separate the disease population. This percentage of gum treatments have been your teeth and on your gumline.
into gingivitis or periodontitis. promoted. If you are in the In addition, using an anti-bacterial
Gingivitis is seen as the early indicates that there are certain risk early-to-moderate stages of mouth rinse reduces the bacteria
factors for the progression of the
stages of gum infection where no disease. The first of these factors gum disease, your dentist responsible for plaque and gum
long-term damage to the gums is the type of bacteria present could suggest procedures and disease.
or deeper supporting structures treatments such as:
has taken place. Gum disease is in the mouth. We know that of ■ Scaling: this will remove plaque Your dentist can help catch early
the 300 species of bacteria in the
usually painless and silent until mouth, only a few are capable and tartar (hardened plaque), signs of gingivitis at your regular
the advanced stages. Some of the of causing advanced disease. and bacteria from your teeth check-ups. Professional dental
first signs include: Secondly, there are a several and below the gumline cleanings, at least two times a
■ Bad breath that will not risk factors that could make ■ Root planing: this will year, will assist in cleaning some
go away someone to be more susceptible smooth the root surfaces, which of the areas in your mouth that
■ Red, swollen and tender gums to developing periodontal disease. discourages further build-up you might find more difficult to
■ Bad taste in your mouth The contributing factors comprise or bacteria and removes build- access. A dental hygienist will
■ Gums that bleed when some types of medications, up that is contributing to the also show you how to clean your
you brush smoking, diabetes, HIV, inflammation teeth effectively.
■ Gums that pull away from hormones, stress, and depression. ■ Antibiotics: topical or oral However, as the disease
the teeth Of these, smoking is the most progresses and reaches Dr Fareed Amod

WHICH TEA IS BEST FOR ME?

ea is the most popular right information when choosing important for good health, Green
beverage in the world which tea is best for them, which tea on its own is not a magic
Tafter tap water with over is why I’ve answered these cure for weight loss. Weight loss
six billion kilogrammes of tea frequently asked questions.” is achieved through lifestyle
consumed annually! With a changes such as adopting a
growing variety of teas on offer, I struggle with insomnia, will nourishing and varied diet and
many shoppers don’t know which drinking tea help? keeping active. This being said,
tea is best suited to their needs. If you struggle to sleep, a Green tea is a healthy drink
Specialist dietitian and Laager herbal tea may be the answer for which can certainly form part
Rooibos partner, Mbali Mapholi, you! Herbal teas like Rooibos, of your weight loss programme.
sat down to answer South Honeybush and Chamomile In addition, Green tea may
Africans’ tea-related questions. are caffeine free. Chamomile in improve your workouts as it

“Tea is more than just a particular is often associated with has the ability to increase your Which is the best tea to drink caffeine-free tea for any time
blood flow, which then results in
delicious beverage, it’s a culturally promoting sleep. Researchers of day?
significant addition to many daily believe that its effect on sleep is improved oxygenation to your and when? – Drink Rooibos tea
customs that bring people closer due to the fact that it contains bodily organs. If you don’t have any specific
together,” said Mapholi. “Because Apigenin - a flavonoid that binds I have diabetes, which tea is best health conditions, it’s best to ■ Time for tea and scones?
of its cultural richness and to certain receptors in the brain, for me? choose your tea according to – Drink Earl Grey tea
the fact that there are so many which can promote sleepiness. your mood, the time of the day, ■ Down with colds and flu?
wonderful teas available today. I Can I give tea to my kids? Rooibos may help people with and your particular need at that – Drink Rooibos tea
want to ensure everyone has the diabetes keep their blood sugar “There are so many reasons to
Rooibos tea is the perfect choice levels under control as part of a time. Tea is a versatile beverage
for kids because it is naturally healthy lifestyle and therefore boasting a range of health drink tea” commented Mapholi in
caffeine-free and naturally sweet. reduce the risk of complications. benefits offered by the group of closing “Firstly, we drink tea for
Young kids should ideally not Rooibos is also naturally sweet natural plant compounds found pure enjoyment! Secondly, tea is
consume caffeine on a regular meaning it can be enjoyed without in tea. Here are some examples an affordable and a versatile drink
basis. All teas, except herbal teas sugar or other sweeteners. of which tea to drink when. that can be consumed either hot
like Rooibos and Honeybush, or cold. And finally, tea is packed
contain caffeine. Rooibos also has Can I drink tea when I’m ■ Feeling bloated or constipated? with antioxidants which have
other benefits for growing bodies pregnant? – Drink Green tea numerous health benefits such as
– it is hydrating, low in tannins, Herbal teas like Rooibos and ■ Suffering from high boosting your immune system,
high in antioxidants, and can help Honeybush are the perfect cholesterol or high blood supporting heart health, and
soothe tummy ache and allergies. choice during pregnancy. They’re pressure? fighting off inflammation.” 
naturally caffeine-free and can – Drink Rooibos tea daily
I’m trying to lose weight - can also help soothe an irritated Visit www.joekels.co.za and
Green tea help me? stomach. They can also be enjoyed ■ Feeling that afternoon slump? @LaagerRooibosTea or @urbandietitian (@
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Although Green tea is packed hot or cold to keep you hydrated – Drink some Black or Green tea media for more health tips and advice from
Mbali Mapholi, as well as healthy recipes
Mbali Mapholi with antioxidants which are and feeling at your best. ■ In the mood for a delicious, and ideas for the whole family.

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