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2. Eight natural ways to get healthier, stronger gums and teeth

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   Gum diseases like periodontal disease and gingivitis are incredibly crippling. They lead to tooth loss, bacteria overgrowth, and a horrible accumulation of mucus and dental plaque.

3. Dental abrasion - Wikipedia

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   For successful treatment of abrasion, the cause first needs to be identified and ceased (e.g. overzealous brushing). Once this has occurred, subsequent treatment may involve the changes in oral hygiene, application of fluoride to reduce sensitivity, or the placement of a restoration to help prevent further loss of tooth structure and aid plaque ...

4. The Worst Toothbrushing Mistakes You Can Make - AOL

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   Using a Too-Hard Toothbrush. Choosing a toothbrush should not be like choosing a mattress or a pillow, basing your selection on whether you prefer one that is on the softer side or feels more firm.

5. Dentin hypersensitivity - Wikipedia

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   Receding gums can be a sign of long-term trauma from excessive or forceful toothbrushing or abrasive toothpaste (dental abrasion), or a sign of chronic periodontitis (gum disease). [10] A less common cause is acid erosion, which is the loss of hard dental tissues due to acids e.g. related to gastroesophageal reflux disease, bulimia or excessive ...

6. Bruxism - Wikipedia

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   Bruxism is excessive teeth grinding or jaw clenching. It is an oral parafunctional activity; [1] i.e., it is unrelated to normal function such as eating or talking. Bruxism is a common behavior; the global prevalence of bruxism (both sleep and awake) is 22.22%. [2]

7. The One Super-Common Brushing Habit a Dentist Is ... - AOL

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   You could unknowingly be doing more harm than good.