Preventing Gum Disease
Here are suggestions from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research on how to prevent gum disease:
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Brush your teeth twice a day (with a fluoride toothpaste)
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Floss every day
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Visit the dentist routinely for a check-up and professional cleaning
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Eat a well balanced diet
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Don't use tobacco products
Publication Source:
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
Online Source:
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
http://www.nidcr.nih.gov/
Online Editor:
Sinovic, Dianna
Online Medical Reviewer:
Godsey, Cynthia M.S., M.S.N., APRN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Lambert, J.G. M.D.
Date Last Reviewed:
3/23/2005
Date Last Modified:
3/23/2005