I have an incredible urge to scratch my teeth. Is this natural?
2006-09-27 10:43:36 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gum tissue. The gums are irritated and swollen due to a plaque or calculus (tartar) buildup along the gumline. The gums may be sore, bleed easily and appear puffy, soft and swollen. No bone structure is lost around the teeth at this stage of gum disease. Blood on the toothbrush or dental floss is one of the earliest and most common signs of gingivitis. Your gums should never bleed while brushing or flossing. The good news about gingivitis is that it is preventable and reversible through good brushing and flossing techniques (or other interdental tooth cleansing). On the other hand, if oral hygiene habits are poor, gingivitis may progress to periodontitis.
WHAT IS PERIODONTAL DISEASE?
Periodontal disease is destruction of bone and the structures supporting the teeth. Unfortunately periodontitis is irreversible, but you can stop its progression through good oral hygiene and visiting your dental professional.
Eight Warning Signs of Periodontal Disease:
* gums that bleed when you brush or floss your teeth
* gums that are red, swollen or tender
* gums that have pulled away from teeth
* infection including purulence(pus) between the teeth and gums when the gums are pressed
* permanent teeth that are loose or separating
* any changes in the way your teeth fit together when you bite
* any changes in the fit of your partial denture
* bad breath
* itchy sensation
EARLY AND MODERATE PERIODONTITIS:
* Periodontitis occurs when the inflammation of the gums progresses into the deeper underlying structures and bone.
* In the most common form of periodontitis, plaque (and sometimes calculus) is found below the gumline.
* The gums may feel irritated, appear bright red, and bleed easily.
* The ligaments holding the tooth in its socket break down and the gums pull away from the teeth, resulting in a periodontal pocket or space between the tooth and gum.
* The periodontal pocket deepens and fills with more bacteria. Supportive ligaments and bone start to show damage.
2006-09-27 16:22:45 · answer #1 · answered by Stephen J 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Itchy Teeth
2016-10-02 10:24:56 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Deggs,
Chances are when you brush your teeth you haven't been reaching up to the gums. The plaque is building up causing your teeth to feel itchy.
You don't say the last time you went to the dentist was, but may I suggest you make an appointment with the dental hygenist and get your teeth cleaned. Then ask questions. Hopefully it's early enough in the game not to need a periodontist.
2006-09-27 11:52:01 · answer #3 · answered by Bogie 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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I have an incredible urge to scratch my teeth. Is this natural?
2015-08-10 05:44:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try brushing with Preparation H.
2016-06-14 10:20:03 · answer #5 · answered by Adam 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It makes a change from you having itchy feet . anyway how could you even think you were anything like natural
2006-09-27 11:47:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Try brushing your teeth regularly
2006-09-27 10:49:16 · answer #7 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-27 22:52:10 · answer #8 · answered by L S 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Not sure but it doesn't sound right call and set up an appointment with your Denist ASAP.Good Luck
2006-09-27 10:53:47 · answer #9 · answered by sugarbdp1 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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it might be his tooth decaying, you should diffidently go to the dentist to get it checked out, could be serious
2016-04-01 09:05:33 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋