Periodontal disease is a very common infectious problem especially
in the United States.
It is the single major cause of tooth loss in adults. Periodontal literally
means
"located around a tooth". Gingivitis is an early phase of periodontal disease where plaque
composed of sticky deposits of bacteria, mucus, and food particles are on the teeth. This
plaque can cause the gums to become swollen and infected. The gums then become red, shiny, and bleed
easily. Sometimes there is pain but often there is no pain. If left untreated
the problem can become
worse and cause the weakening and erosion of the bone that supports all the teeth.
Causes of periodontal disease are:
blood disease, smoking, poor teeth cleaning, drinking too much
alcohol, sugar consumption, and drugs. Poor nutritional not getting
enough vitamin C, bioflavonoids,
calcium, folic acid, or niacin are also causes of periodontal, gum,
and gingivitis disease.
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Nutrient /
Supplement |
Helpful notes |
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Coenzyme Q10 |
increases tissue
oxygenation |
Multi-vitamin
Mineral supplement |
should
contain vitamin E,
vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, zinc, and folic acid, which all are helpful in
both the treatment and prevention of periodontal
disease, gingivitis, and related health disorders. The
nutrients contained in a daily supplement are required for
good general health and well being. |
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Zinc |
improves
immune function in the body. It works well in combination
with the minerals calcium and magnesium |
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Aloe
Vera |
herb
that helps
with inflammation and healing |
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Echinacea
|
herb
that is used to strengthen the immune system |
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Golden
Seal |
herb
that aids in destroying bad bacteria that cause periodontal disease
and often used with the herb Echinacea
in an herbal blend. |
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Calcium |
helps to prevent bone
loss around the gums |
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Magnesium |
mineral that works with calcium |
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Vitamin E |
needed for healing of
gum tissue |
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Vitamin
C |
helps healing of
bleeding gums and it also boosts the body's immune system |
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All information presented on this web
page is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or to
administer to any
physical ailments. In all
matters related to your health please contact a
qualified, licensed practitioner.
All Information on this web page & pages linked to it are provided by
GBS International training pack 1995/2002;
Dr. Mark Crapo nutritional seminars; The Herb
Encyclopedia & Sara St.Louis RN, CIC, NP, MPA |