According to the Center for Disease Control (Center for Disease Control, CDC), there is an increased prevalence of gum disease among diabetics, a disease that disproportionately affects Hispanics in the United States.

Did you know?
A national survey of tests, Mexican Americans are almost twice as likely as white non-Hispanics that a doctor diagnosed diabetes.
Among Hispanics, the prevalence rates of diabetes are 8.2 percent for Cubans, 11.9 percent for Mexican Americans and 12.6 percent for Puerto Ricans.

He said that the growth of bacteria causes diseases occur such as thrush (sores) that affect the mouth, cavities, gingivitis, among others.

“The mouth is the organ that initiates the process of digestion, good care and food intake beneficial during the summer season will help prevent various diseases,” said Dr. Saravia Rojas.

He recommended eating a healthy diet, including fruit juice, vegetables, and plenty of water, as this will help prevent oral diseases. Also reduce the intake of sugary foods and drinks all day, it increases the levels of acid affects the teeth.

Dr. Saravia Rojas said that after eating between meals is necessary to at least rinse your mouth several times. Similarly, brushing before sleeping is important, because at night the acids that destroy the teeth are formed more easily, because the saliva secretion decreases and the anaerobic environment (mouth closed) provides favorable conditions for the proliferation of bacteria.

Finally, recommended to visit the dentist at least once a year, because this will allow early detection of any problems and deal with it, avoiding complications, pain and higher expenditures.

The abscess formation process begins when tooth appears on the access that frees the way for the bacteria to the root of the tooth, either by decay, the most common, or tooth mobility due to periodontal disease.

The bacteria through this open road, to infect the tooth, the pulp, the root and even the adjacent bone. At this point, the infection produces pus that collects in the area causing inflammation of the same accompanied by intense pain.

The main symptoms are:
• Severe pain and throbbing.
• dental hypersensitivity.
• Red, inflamed gums.
• Halitosis and bad taste.
• Fever or mild fever.
• Swollen glands in the neck.
• Swelling of the face area affected by the abscess.

Once you have been diagnosed by a specialist, and perhaps through an X-ray examination to confirm the diagnosis, treatment involves the administration by prescription of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory, and also benefit, make mouthwash with warm water and salt.

Later, when the inflammation has subsided, it is necessary to return to the appropriate specialist for proper treatment on the affected tooth, usually performed a root canal, fillings, or cap, as needed.

This beneficial effect of yogurt consumption is associated with microorganisms (Lactobacillus) in yogurt and other dairy products do not contain as milk. According to Dr. Bartolomé Bonet, the Division of Pediatrics, Hospital Can Misses (Eivissa), and member of the advisory committee of the plan, the most interesting part of this study is that “shows how small dietary changes, in this case the intake of yogurt may modify the incidence of certain diseases. ”

The presence of these organisms helps reduce bacteria that cause periodontitis and care for the oral flora. “Periodontal disease may pose a higher risk of premature births, cardiovascular disease and diabetes, because, while chewing, bacteria that are present in periodontitis contact damaging the immune system organs like the pancreas or heart,” said the doctor.

Periodontitis is a dental disease that causes inflammation of the gums usually affecting 30-50 percent of the adult population, although the most serious occurring in less than 10 percent of the population.

Therefore, for Dr. Bonet, “it is necessary to maintain an adequate oral care and proper diet from an early age to help prevent oral diseases risk.”

Dental plaque as an entity called variable structure that is very special circuait formed by the colonization of microorganisms on the tooth surface. Natural physiological strength cleaning the oral cavity is not able to remove dental plaque.

So that control is a way to remove plaque and prevent plaque accumulation. This is the main levels in the prevention of tooth and gum disease.

Most women find that estrogen supplement helps relieve these symptoms. In addition, saliva substitutes available to lessen the effects of mouth “dry”. Rarely, a woman may experience during menopause gingivostomatitis. This condition is marked by gums that may look dry or shiny, bleed easily and its color varies from abnormally pale to dark red.

During this period of life of women, professional deep cleaning and careful oral hygiene at home are essential. If you experience any of the symptoms associated with menopause or after menopause, it is important to immediately notify your dentist or periodontist. He or she will develop a treatment plan to help you manage your condition.

Most often, women may experience an increase in gingivitis, known as pregnancy gingivitis, beginning in the second or third month and their severity will increase until the eighth month. During this period, some women may experience swelling, bleeding gums, redness or tenderness in the gum tissue.

In some cases, swollen gums during pregnancy can react with some irritating substances under, forming large masses. These growths of the gums, are called pregnancy tumors are not cancerous and are usually painful.
Commonly after pregnancy it disappear, but sometimes may require surgical intervention.

The best way to prevent gum problems associated with pregnancy, is to start with healthy gums. If you is still hanging in pregnancy, you should visit a periodontist for a complete periodontal evaluation.

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you must know that their periodontal health may affect the health of your baby. Studies have shown that any infection during pregnancy, including periodontal infection is a concern and could have a significant risk for premature delivery or having a baby with low birth weight.

If you are taking any oral contraceptive (pills) can affect your oral health conditions. The synthetic hormones in oral contraceptives are designed to simulate pregnancy and in turn can cause the gums to put red, swollen and bleeding.

If you are taking oral contraceptives is recommended to be careful periodontal monitoring and excellent oral hygiene and professional care staff are essential to ensure the health of your gum tissue and bone supporting the teeth. as always is important to mention to your doctor about any medications you’re taking, including oral contraceptives. This will help eliminate the risk caused by adverse drug interactions popular antibiotics, which can decrease the effect of an oral contraceptive.

During this time, gums may become swollen, turn red and can be very sensitive. Some women experience symptoms similar to 3 to 4 days before your period, also due to increased amount of progesterone in the system.

Occasionally, some women experience menstruation gingivitis. This condition is marked by bleeding gingival (gum) a bright red swelling of the gums between the teeth or sores inside the cheeks. Menstruation gingivitis usually occurs just before the period of women and disappears once your period has begun. These conditions and symptoms tend to decrease as soon descend amount of hormones.

However it is very important to maintain proper oral hygiene during these hormonal fluctuations, even in the home and professional dental care, so that bone and tissue surrounding the teeth are not damaged. In some cases, periodontal therapy may be recommended to ensure that your periodontal health is the best.