Identify Risk Factors for Gingivitis
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums. It's known as the beginning stages of gum disease. Proper oral hygiene is the best way to prevent developing gingivitis. For some people proper hygiene isn't enough. There are some risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing gingivitis. Knowing the risk factors will help you to be pro active to prevent gingivitis. Here are a few gingivitis risk factors.
Instructions
1. Quit smoking. Although non-smokers are subject to get gingivitis, smokers run a higher risk of developing gingivitis. Chewing tobacco, cigarettes, pipes and cigars all increase the risk of developing gingivitis. They promote bacteria growth and weaken your immune system thus allowing gingivitis to thrive.
2. Keep your diabetes in check. An elevated sugar level increases your risk of developing gingivitis. Keeping a close check on your sugar levels will help to minimize growth of the disease.
