Gum disease

Healthy Gums, Healthy Baby: The Shocking Link Between Gum Disease and Gestational Diabetes

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Gum disease

The Silent Threat in Your Smile: How Gum Disease Can Affect Your Pregnancy Journey

A groundbreaking new study in the Journal of Periodontology has delivered a critical message for every expectant mother: the health of your mouth is directly tied to the health of your pregnancy. The research found that women with moderate to severe gum disease (periodontitis) were up to three times more likely to develop gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).

Bleeding Gums Are Not Normal:Scott’s Story from Argao, Cebu — A Reminder to Visit Your Dentist Early

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Gum infection
Gum disease
Gum Treatments

Scott’s Bleeding Gums – A Wake-Up Call from Argao, Cebu

In the Philippines, many people delay dental visits — not because they don’t care, but because procrastination has become part of the culture. Most Filipinos put oral health aside, often saying “next time nalang” — especially when finances are tight.

Scott, a 32-year-old from Argao, Cebu, was one of them. Every morning, he’d see a hint of blood when brushing. “Normal lang siguro,” he thought. He blamed it on brushing too hard and moved on with his day.

Ngiting Healthy, Buhay Healthy: How Your Teeth Could Save You From Stroke

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Cavity
Gum disease

Here in the Philippines, we value a bright smile—it’s a sign of warmth, friendliness, and pakitang-tao. But what if the health of your teeth and gums is doing more than just influencing your appearance? What if it's silently shaping your risk for one of the country's most feared illnesses: stroke?

Alarming new research reveals a connection so strong it cannot be ignored. Taking care of your oral health isn't just about a confident smile; it could be a critical step in protecting your brain and your life.

Comparative Analysis of Periodontal Lesions: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Pathways

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Periodontal Lesion
Gum disease
Periodontal Treatment

Comparison of Common Periodontal Lesions

Feature Gingivitis (Reversible) Chronic Periodontitis Periodontal Abscess (Acute)
Analysis of the Lesion Inflammation confined to the gingiva (gums). It is a response to bacterial plaque buildup. No destruction of the underlying bone or connective tissue. Characterized by redness, swelling, and bleeding on probing.

Wisdom Tooth Extraction Day 4 - Is That a Dry Socket? How to Tell, Treat, and When to See a Dentist

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Moderate
Teeth Problems: 
Gum disease
Gum infection

Quick visual assessment (from the photo)

  • I can see the extraction site (a visible “hole”) behind the last visible tooth with surrounding red tissue.

  • I don’t clearly see exposed white bone in the socket in this image — which is a common visual sign of a dry socket — but the photo is close and a bit out of focus, so that isn’t definitive.

  • Some redness and a fairly open socket 4 days after extraction can still be within normal healing, especially if pain is improving or mild.

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