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Nature’s Solution to Gum Pockets

by Good Gums | Nov 14, 2023Nov 14, 2023 | Happy Teeth, Healing Disease, Natural Ingredients, Oral health conditions

Our gums often fly under the radar until our dentist or dental hygienist points out the presence of gum pockets. These pockets, often linked to periodontal disease, may sound concerning, but worry not! Many of us share these concerns and wonder how we can regain...

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How could bacteria in the mouth affect my lungs?

by Good Gums | Oct 10, 2023Oct 13, 2023 | Healing Disease, Healthy Practise, Oral health conditions

When we think of oral health, we often focus on maintaining a bright, shining smile and fresh breath. However, there is a hidden connection between the bacteria in our mouths and the health of our lungs. Bacterial chest infections can be linked to the presence...

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Nurturing Your Smile: 5 Tips For Balancing Your Oral Microbiome

by Good Gums | Aug 07, 2023Aug 10, 2023 | Gut Health, Healing Disease, Healthy Practise, Natural remedies

Your body is a remarkable playground of interconnected systems, and the gateway to this intricate world is your mouth. Recently, the spotlight has turned to the oral microbiome, revealing its profound connection to your overall health. So let’s deep dive into this hidden landscape to...

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Good oral health may protect against Alzheimer’s

by Good Gums | Jul 05, 2023Jul 10, 2023 | Healing Disease, Healthy Practise

As we’ve mentioned in many of our other articles, gingivitis (gum disease) has been linked to a higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and some forms of cancer, but more studies are emerging to show that the bacteria that cause gum disease also may be...

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Do Healthy Gums Bleed?

by Good Gums | Jun 06, 2023Jun 12, 2023 | Healing Disease, Healthy Practise

There is a common misconception that it’s normal for your gums to bleed while brushing and flossing and that even those with perfectly healthy gums experience bleeding sometimes. While it is common to see some blood during your oral health regimen, and it doesn’t necessarily...

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Arthritis from poor gum health? There’s growing evidence

by Good Gums | May 05, 2023May 09, 2023 | Healing Disease, Healing Power of Nature, Healthy Practise, Oral health conditions

The link between poor gum health and arthritis goes back millennia, with Hippocrates, commonly known as “the father of Western medicine,” suggesting how pulling teeth could cure arthritis. Fortunately, with the number of dental treatments available these days, pulling out teeth shouldn’t be necessary! But...

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5 Signs Your Gums Need Help

by Good Gums | Jan 26, 2023Jan 26, 2023 | Healing Disease, Healing Power of Nature, Healthy Practise

Even though we’ve brushed our teeth regularly for years, did you know that most people (75% of adults) still have some form of gum disease? That’s huge! In fact, that’s such a high proportion of people, there’s a strong likelihood that you may be one...

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Gum disease could lead to cognitive decline and dementia, according to recent study

by Good Gums | Nov 09, 2022Nov 09, 2022 | Healing Disease

As we’ve shared in many of our articles, your mouth is the gateway to the rest of your body. With its rich network of blood vessels and absorbent gum tissues, the mouth is an ideal environment for bacteria to thrive and enter the bloodstream, causing...

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How does poor oral health affect the rest of your body?

by Good Gums | Aug 29, 2022Aug 29, 2022 | Healing Disease, Immune System, Oral health conditions

When people think about oral health care, they usually link it to gum health, cavities and loose teeth, without being aware of how it plays an important role in larger health concerns. But in recent years, many significant discoveries have shown how our oral health...

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How does an anti-inflammatory diet help reduce gum disease?

by Good Gums | Jul 07, 2022Jul 07, 2022 | Healing Disease, Healthy Practise, Teeth strengthening foods

Inflammation is the body’s defense against injury and infection. When something damages your cells, your body releases chemicals that trigger an inflammatory response. Gum disease is a chronic inflammatory condition caused by plaque bacteria accumulating on the gum line and then invading your gum tissue....

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