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Gingivitis & gum disease: children & teens | Raising Children Network
Symptoms of gingivitis or gum disease include bleeding gums. If you think your child has gingivitis, see a dentist. Prevent gingivitis with good dental care.
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Gum Disease | teeth.org.au
Periodontal diseases are a range of diseases that affect the gums in the mouth. The most common types of periodontal disease are gingivitis and periodontitis.
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Bleeding gums - MyDr.com.au
Bleeding gums are something many people notice when brushing their teeth or flossing, however, healthy gums rarely bleed.
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Tooth decay and gum disease
Tooth decay and gum disease are the 2 main types of dental disease, but good oral hygiene can prevent them both.
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Oral health | Your Fertility
A woman's oral health can severely impact her and her baby's health. So, take care of your teeth & gums to increase your chances of conceiving. Visit our website!
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Looking after your teeth during pregnancy
Hormonal changes during pregnancy increase your risk of having dental problems. Find out about caring for your teeth during pregnancy.
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Bad breath in children and teenagers | Raising Children Network
It’s normal for children to have bad breath when they wake up. Sometimes medical issues can cause bad breath. Good dental hygiene usually prevents bad breath.
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Smoking and Vaping | teeth.org.au
Smoking and vaping is associated with a higher risk of gum disease, tooth loss, complications after dental treatments, and users are more likely to develop oral cancers.
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Healthy habits for a healthy mouth - Healthy Mouths Healthy Living
A healthy mouth is important for overall health and well-being
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Orofacial granulomatosis - Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy (ASCIA)
Orofacial granulomatosis (OFG: also known as Melkersson-Rosenthal syndrome, Cheilitis Granulomatosis, and Schuermann`s Glossitis Granulomatosa) is an uncommon inflammatory condition effecting the face and lips.
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Gum Disease (Gingivitis and Periodontitis) | Ausmed
Gum disease occurs when the gum (gingiva) - the mucosal tissue surrounding and protecting the teeth - becomes infected and inflamed. Gum disease is usually caused by plaque, a sticky coating of bacteria that accumulates on the teeth along the gum line and causes irritation.
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Optimising oral health in frail older people - Australian Prescriber
Many drugs prescribed for older patients can reduce salivary function leading to dry mouth, tooth decay and infections.
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Oral Health for Older Adults | Ausmed
Oral health is integral to a person’s overall wellbeing and quality of life and contributes significantly to positive ageing. While oral health issues are not inevitable with age, older adults over 50 are significantly more likely to experience problems with their teeth and gums.
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