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Payback in having a good oral hygiene

A poor oral hygiene can promote tartar build up that can lead to plaque. A simple plaque can cause inflammation of the gums called periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is also known as gum disease. For mild cases of periodontal disease, it is commonly painless and called gingivitis. When a simple case of gingivitis is left untreated, it will progress into periodontitis, in this stage, you are now suffering from severe cases of gum disease that causes falling out of your teeth. A simple but proper oral hygiene that includes regular tooth brushing and regular visit to professional dentist is very effective in preventing periodontal disease from occurring or other forms of gum disease.

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