Dr. Wajid Ali Saiyed

What is gums? Gum is main part of your mouth that support your teeth in their normal position..for healthy teeth your gums should be healthy.. What is gum disease? Gum disease is described as swelling, and infection of gums. There are two main forms of gum disease: gingivitis and periodontal disease also known as a pyoria in conman term.  What is gingivitis? Gingivitis means "inflammation of the only gum without involving bone"..In this gums become red and swollen.. bleeding may occur during brushing and/or chewing. What is periodontal disease? Long-standing gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease. In this bone is also involved so tooth support may lost which result into the loosing of the teeth..so due to periodontis u might loose your teeth. Am I likely to suffer from gum disease? Probably. Most people suffer from some form of gum disease, and it is a major ca use of tooth loss in adults. However, the disease develops very ...

Smoking & O ral Health How can smoking affect my oral health? Most people are now aware that smoking is bad for their health. It can cause many different medical problems and, in some cases, fatal diseases. However, many people don't realize the damage that smoking does to their mouth, gums and teeth. Smoking can lead to tooth staining, gum disease, tooth loss, and in more severe cases mouth cancer. Why are my teeth stained? One of the effects of smoking is staining on the teeth due to the nicotine and tar in the tobacco. It can make your teeth yellow in a very short time, and heavy smokers often complain that their teeth are almost brown after years of smoking. How will smoking affect my gums and teeth? Smoking can also lead to gum disease. People who smoke are more likely to produce bacterial plaque, which leads to gum disease. The gums are affected because smoking causes a lack of oxygen in the bloodstr...