http://www.techvine.org Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:32:05 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://www.techvine.org/risk-factors-for-gum-disease.htm/ http://www.techvine.org/risk-factors-for-gum-disease.htm/#comments Sun, 21 Sep 2008 04:41:05 +0000 admin http://techvine.org/?p=13 In addition to plaque, there are several factors that can increase your risk of developing gum disease. They include:

• Smoking. In addition to increasing your risk of many serious illnesses such as cancer, lung disease, and heart disease, smoking also increases your risk of gum disease.
• Hormonal changes. Women are especially at risk of gum disease during times of hormonal change such as during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause.
• Nutrition. A poorly-balanced diet can increase your risk of developing gum disease.
• Medications. Some drugs may increase your risk of gum disease, such as birth control pills and high blood pressure and arthritis medications.

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