| Poor Oral Hygiene |
| Plaque remaining on the teeth can lead to periodontal infections. |
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| Smoking and use of tobacco |
| These substances raise your chances of getting severe forms of the disease and may limit success of treatment |
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| Pregnancy |
| Changes in hormone levels may make the gums more sensitive to plaque. |
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| Stress |
| Stress makes it hard for the body to fight off infection. |
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| Medications |
| Some drugs, such as birth control pills, antidepressantsm heart medicines, seizure medicines, and cancer drugs may affect your gums. |
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| Clenching or grinding your teeth |
| These actions put extra force on the supporting tissues and could speed up the disease. |
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| Diseases |
| Some diseases like diabetes and AIDS make you more prone to infection and may make periodontal diseases more severe. |
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| Poor diet |
| Poor eating habits can make it harder for the body to fight infection. |
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| Bridges that no longer fit |
| Poor fit raises the chances of retaining plaque. |
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