Weekends and I don't get along when it comes to losing weight. I do very well Monday through Friday, but when Saturday and especially Sunday roll around my eating plan goes out the window. I did however work out on Saturday this last weekend. So here is what I am doing. I have started exercising for a half hour every day except Sunday. I have cut out all soda which is a hard thing for me to do but I have found it is worth it. I even have to say that I feel better being off the soda. I also am drinking fresh juice from a variety of fruits and vegetables. I have lost one pound so far but I am encouraged by that as I don't want to lose to quickly because when I have done that in the past I gained it all back plus some. I really like the Jillian Michaels work out I am using. I hope to drop about 40 pounds. I will keep you posted but so far I feel much better and I feel my muscle mass is increasing and I am hoping that is why I have only lost one pound so far.
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Thursday, April 12, 2012
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
My dentist says I have gum disease
So your dentist says you have gum disease. What is it exactly? Gum disease is gingivitis in the early stages and periodontal disease in the later stages. Once you have periodontal disease you always have periodontal disease.
Gingivitis is in a nut shell inflammation of the gum tissue. It is a completely reversible disease. Gingivitis is caused by plaque, which is a waste product (yes their poop) of bacteria that live in you mouth. Plaque is formed every day by these bacteria and if it is left on or between your teeth it will cause gingivitis and other problems. If you leave gingivitis alone long enough your body will sense the infection and start to dissolve the bone around your teeth. Once that bone loss starts you have periodontal disease. Once the bone is gone it is gone.
Periodontal disease can be stopped especially if it is caught early. But again, once you have periodontal disease you will always have periodontal disease. If you are diagnosed with periodontal disease or even gingivitis your dentist may recommend you come in for a cleaning more than twice a year. It is critically important that you follow these recommendations.
In my office I highly recommend the use of a waterpik. The waterpik is basically a power washer for your teeth and it cleans in between your teeth extremely well. I have seen patients who have gingivitis start using a waterpik and the next visit their gums look very healthy.
Gum disease has been linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory disease, and problems with an unborn child. Some dental professionals think it may contribute to far more health problems than we currently understand.
If you have been told you have gum disease, you need to take the necessary steps to treat your disease. Talk to your dentist to learn more about how to take care of your mouth.
That is all
Gingivitis is in a nut shell inflammation of the gum tissue. It is a completely reversible disease. Gingivitis is caused by plaque, which is a waste product (yes their poop) of bacteria that live in you mouth. Plaque is formed every day by these bacteria and if it is left on or between your teeth it will cause gingivitis and other problems. If you leave gingivitis alone long enough your body will sense the infection and start to dissolve the bone around your teeth. Once that bone loss starts you have periodontal disease. Once the bone is gone it is gone.
Periodontal disease can be stopped especially if it is caught early. But again, once you have periodontal disease you will always have periodontal disease. If you are diagnosed with periodontal disease or even gingivitis your dentist may recommend you come in for a cleaning more than twice a year. It is critically important that you follow these recommendations.
In my office I highly recommend the use of a waterpik. The waterpik is basically a power washer for your teeth and it cleans in between your teeth extremely well. I have seen patients who have gingivitis start using a waterpik and the next visit their gums look very healthy.
Gum disease has been linked to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory disease, and problems with an unborn child. Some dental professionals think it may contribute to far more health problems than we currently understand.
If you have been told you have gum disease, you need to take the necessary steps to treat your disease. Talk to your dentist to learn more about how to take care of your mouth.
That is all
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