Katie Piper is a brave young woman rebuilding her life after surviving a brutal attack where sulphuric acid was thrown in her face.

Before the attack, Katie was at the beginning of a budding career in modelling and TV – a glowing future for a young, vibrant woman.

Piper had hoped for a full-time career in the media, but in March 2008 in North London, sulphuric acid was thrown at her face by Stefan Sylvestre. The acid attack, which blinded Piper in one eye, was arranged by Piper’s ex-boyfriend, Daniel Lynch. Both Sylvestre and Lynch were arrested and are serving jail time for their crimes.

Katie’s strong spirit shines through her ordeal as she has turned to helping others who face similar challenges.

The Katie Piper Foundation was set up to make a difference to burn survivors with the vision of creating advanced burn and scar management and rehabilitation clinics accessible to anybody who would benefit from specialised treatments.

The burn rehabilitation clinics will include daily pressure therapy using controlled, standardised and customised care with the help of LPG Endermologie machines, manual massage, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and silicone treatment, plus psychological support.

Katie Piper is proof that disfigurement doesn’t have to destroy lives and its her mission to make the best of the sad trauma she has endured.

Katie has tirelessly shared her story in the hope she can increase awareness and support burn victims by sharing information about the kind of rehabilitation she had and her experiences in getting to where she is today

Katie received a combination of simple and cost efficient treatments proven to be most effective in improving the appearance of burns and scars.

These included intensive deep tissue massage, one-to-one specially adapted physiotherapy exercises, Endermology machines that work at softening the skin and making it more malleable, hydrotherapy and high pressure jet therapy and silicone treatments alongside the wearing of pressure garments.

Watch the Katie Piper Movie…

To find an Endermologie clinic near you, contact Vitality 4 Life
Vitality 4 Life is the Australian & New Zealand Distributor for LPG Endermologie Machines. For enquiries on purchasing Endermologie equipment, please call our free call 1800 802 924

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LPG Endermologie® is a 100% natural, machine-assisted massage system to facilitate mechanotransduction (non-agressive cell stimulation) for proven cellulite removal, body sculpting, skin toning, scarring and wrinkle reduction.

In the late 1970′s, Louis Paul Guitay (LPG) suffered skin & muscle damage as a result of a motor vehicle accident. The scarring that resulted was treated by therapeutic massage to soften this tissue and to restore muscle function. These massage sessions, which lasted 3 – 4 hours per day, consisted of rigorous routines of manually rolling the skin in order to regain elasticity.

Guitay was unsatisfied with these massages because the therapy was time consuming, labor intensive, and the outcome varied widely based on the skill of the individual therapist.

As a result, Guitay designed the first Endermologie system, which used a mechanical method to produce the same effect as the manual massages. This mechanical system allowed the therapy to be performed quicker and in a more consistent fashion with quicker results.

Soon after, these machines were used to treat trauma and burn scars similar to those suffered by Guitay. However, patients treated with the LPG machine also showed improvement in body contour and skin texture. During this therapeutic use, physicians quickly noticed its ability to reduce the appearance of cellulite and alter fat distribution in patients. The manner which this is accomplished is theorized to be by the stretching of the vertical connective tissues and stimulation of lymphatic flow as a result of the extreme pressure difference and the lifting & rolling motion as dictated by the technique.

Endermolift used post surgery visibly reduces scars Number of Sessions: 10 Before After 5 Sessions After 10 Sessions

Established for 25 years, LPG Systems, France has become the world leader in the treatment of connective tissue for therapeutic, beauty and medical applications, they now have a presence in over 80 countries.

The latest generation of Cellu M6 Endermologie machines are available in two different designs for face and body treatments, offering proven results not attainable before, with over 85 supporting scientific studies.

Lipomassage Total Care – Achieves Visible Results using Non-Agressive & Non-Invasive 100% Natural Treatment

Lipomassage for body sculpting & cellulite smoothing treatment

Slim down fat cells, smooth cellulite, firm the skin… resculpt the figure!

Age: 39 Years	Number of Sessions: 12	Age: 39 Years	Number of Sessions: 23
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Lipomassage for Anti-Aging

Achieve cumulative results with Endermologie – look younger as the years go by!

Age: 49 Years
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100% Natural firming & contouring treatment for slackened skin – achieves results unmatched by any other modality

Endermologie reawakens the skin at a cellular level, to activate long-lasting change – naturally

Age: 53 Years	Number of Sessions: 26 (Roll in & Roll out)	Age: 62 Years	Number of Sessions: 15
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From the observations of over 85 scientific studies and 25 years of practical application across 80 countries, the conclusion is that the LPG Endermologie System is an effective method for fat mobilization and body contouring. Nearly all of the subjects who underwent this procedure wished to eliminate cellulite or localized bulge and 90% reported favorable improvements in those areas.

Although no specific diet program was recommended, a connection was observed between body circumference reduction and weight loss. Thus, Endermologie should be advocated along with proper diet and exercise management in order to reap the maximum benefit.

The results from the many studies undertaken varied widely, but significant measurement loss was seen in most cases regardless of weight change.

Endermolift – Anti-Aging Redensification

Wrinkle Redensification – optimal results achieved without surgery

Number of Sessions: 8 (over 4 weeks) Nasolabial folds are smoothed Upper lip contour is repulped Marionette lines are softened Lips are reshaped		Number of Sessions: 8 (over 4 weeks) Dark circles and eye bags Eye contour wrinkles are smoothed Eyelift effect (upper eyelid and eyebrows
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Anti-Aging Redensification Double Chin Treatment

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Endermologie complimenting and enhancing the results of Plastic Surgery

After Effects of Liposuction & Abdominoplasty Surgery (Tummy Tuck)

Endermologie® is being used and studied by some of the most well known practitioners of cosmetic surgery procedures in the world and is recommended by many plastic surgeons before and after cosmetic procedures such as liposuction & abdominoplasty(especially after).

Endermologie® counteracts the rippling and hard fat deposits that can occur with liposuction and unlike liposuction, does not involve breaking through the skin in any way. Some people try Endermologie® first and then choose to wait to receive liposuction. Some choose to receive Endermologie together with cosmetic surgery procedures as part of a dual treatment to their problem.

Number of Sessions: 26Age: 45		Number of Sessions: 22 (Roll up & roll out)Age: 40
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Proven by more than 85 scientific studies, Endermologie is the science of cell stimulation developed by LPG Systems, France. It reactivates deep dormant cellular activity by mechanically stimulating the skin (mechano-stimulation) which is 100% natural, painless and noninvasive.

Its many fields of application include health, beauty, and well-being.

What is Mechano-Stimulation?

Mechano-stimulation is an action principle that is recognized and proven by the scientific community. Mechanical stimulation on the surface of the skin sends a signal deep down to the cells (ex: fat cells and fibroblasts) to provoke a physiological response (ex: activation of collagen and elastin production or activation of lipolysis).

Roll Technology

The two independent motorized rollers (patented by LPG Systems) gently pull the skin using three directions of rotation, depending on the desired objectives. The various folds treat different types of tissue, including cellulite, adipose, edematous, fibrous, adherent, inflammatory, thin, fragile, and relaxed tissue.

Lift Technology

With their micropulses, the Lift heads (patented by LPG Systems) create a wave of tissue that delicately stimulates the skin. Depending on the frequency at which the Lift valves pulse (4, 8, or 16 pulses/second) and the chosen suctionstrength (adjustable intensity), the Lift heads generate different stimulations for specific beauty and therapeutic goals. These frequencies can treat different types of tissue, including fibrous, edematous, scarred, wrinkled, thin, and fragile tissue.

Endermolift™ by Endermologie, the Anti-Aging Redensification

LPG Systems, the world leader in cellular stimulation with Cellu M6, brings you Endermolift™. A 100% natural anti-aging technique to redensify the skin in depth down and erase the signs of aging.

Endermolift™ offers immediate results, including a healthy glow and a natural, soothing lifting effect. Each session’s results add up to fill in wrinkles, redefine contours, and clarify the complexion.

Who is Endermolift For?

• Are you looking for a 100% natural, non-invasive anti-aging solution?
• Do you want to permanently smooth your wrinkles and fine lines?
• Do you have a dull complexion?
• Have you tried everything for the bags and circles under your eyes?
• Do the contours of your face lack firmness?
• Do you want to get rid of your double chin?

Endermolift – 3 Beauty Goals – Clarify, Replenish & Firm

100% Natural Lift Stimulation – 3 Stimulation Rythms for therapeutic (oedema, fibrosis) and aesthetic (anti-aging) facial treatments.

• 4 beats per second – for ?brous, oedematous, cicatricial tissue
• 8 beats per second – for wrinkled tissue
• 16 beats per second – for thin, fragile and distended tissue

Beauty Goal 1: Clarify the Complexion

Is your skin tired and dull? In just 15 minutes, Endermolift clarifies your skin and restores its healthy glow.
Stress, pollution, and smoking are all factors that affect blood and lymphatic microcirculation. Toxins accumulate, the skin loses its luster, and the skin tone becomes irregular.
LPG action: LPG Lift’s mechanical stimulation improves vascularization and drains toxins in order to clarify the complexion.
Results: After one session, the microcirculation in your face improves, tissues are reoxygenated, and your complexion regains its freshness and glow. It’s perfect for before an evening out!

Beauty Goal 2: Replenish Wrinkles

Do you want to smooth your wrinkles but not your expressions? The patented, non-invasive and non-aggressive Endermolift technique naturally fills every wrinkle from the inside, regardless of whether it is superficial or deep!

Over time, the cells responsible for young looking skin (fibroblasts) begin to slow their production of collagen and elastin. Gradually, the skin thins and loses its density, and wrinkles begin to appear.
LPG action: LPG Lift’s mechanical stimulation reactivates cellular metabolism. As a result, fibroblasts once again secrete collagen and elastin, the two substances responsible for the skin’s firmness and elasticity. By reorganizing collagen fibers, the skin tissue’s architecture appears to be better structured and more uniform.
Results:Wrinkles are filled in from within, fine lines are smoothed, and facial expressions are preserved for visible and lasting rejuvenation.

Beauty Goal 3: Firm Contours

Do your facial contours sag or lack definition?

Sagging skin is explained by the slowing down production of collagen and elastin fibers by the fibroblasts. The skin then loses its substance, and signs of aging appear.
LPG action: LPG’s Lift stimulation naturally reactivates the production of collagen and elastin, thus rebuilding the skin’s supporting structure.
Results:Deeply redensified, your skin feels firmer and more supple! You cheeks are higher, facial contours are reshaped and redefined, your cheekbones enhanced.

Lipomassage™ by Endermologie, Slimming Activation

Use Lipomassage to permanently eliminate stubborn fat that is resistant to physical exercise and dieting. After six sessions lasting 35 minutes each, you will see visible results on your figure, losing fat where you wanted it gone!

Who is Lipomassage For?

• Do you have cellulite?
• Do you store stubborn fat, despite a healthy lifestyle?
• Do you want to reshape your body and keep your skin firm?
• Do you want to regain your figure after pregnancy?
• Are you going through menopause, but don’t want to undergo the hormonal changes that thicken the waist, back, and arms?

Lipomassage – 4 Beauty Goals – Slim, Smooth, Firm & Resculpt

100% Natural Roll Stimulation – 3 rotation settings for treatment of large & small areas.

• Roll In – for adherent, thick, ?brous and adipose tissue
• Roll Out – for thin, fragile and distended tissue
• Roll Up – for cellulitic, oedematous and in?ammatory tissue

Beauty Goal 1: Slim Down the Fat Cells

Do you have localized, unsightly curves (saddlebags, a tummy, large thighs, etc.), and when you lose weight, you never lose it where you want to? Rest assured, Lipomassage can target localized fat and act where you really need it!
The balance between the production and elimination of fat is a natural process involving fat cells. Despite a perfectly healthy lifestyle and regular physical activity, the process of storing fat tends to increase over time.
LPG action: LPG’s mechanical Roll stimulation triggers deep biological responses and thus reactivates the elimination of fat (lipolysis).
Results: Fat is removed more easily, and your figure is visibly refined. Your curves disappear, especially where you want to lose it.

Beauty Goal 2: Smooth Cellulite

Cellulite, a true nightmare for some, affects nearly 90% of women! And as if that weren’t enough, cellulite areas remain totally unaffected by even the most strictest diets and physical exercise.
It results from both excess fat in fat cells and retained water all around it. By growing larger, the fat cells deform the skin envelope, thus causing an orange peel effect.
LPG action: LPG’s mechanical Roll stimulation can soften tissue and decompartmentalize fatty cells.
Results: The skin is smoother and softer, and cellulite gradually and permanently disappears!

Beauty Goal 3: Firm the Skin

Weight changes, pregnancy, or age the skin gradually loses its firmness and its flexibility. Although sagging skin affects the entire body, some areas are more sensitive to it, including the inner thighs, the tummy, and the arms.
LPG action: LPG Rolls combined with sequential stimulations act at the core of the fibroblast and activate the production of these essential support fibers (collagen and elastin).
Results: Redensified in depth, the skin becomes visibly firmer and toned!

Beauty Goal 4: Resculpt the Figure

Slimming down is nice, but keeping curves and harmonious volume is even better! Affected areas are usually the hips, stomach, and especially the buttocks (flat or uneven)! Volume is often not symmetrical, and curves lack shape.
LPG action: LPG Roll can reshape your figure precisely and in a specific location. Volume is rebalanced to restore the body’s ideal shape.
Results: Contours and curves are reshaped, and your figure becomes harmonious.

Wellbox®

In just a few minutes a day at home, Wellbox restarts the dormant physiological processes that are responsible for thinning the body and making the face appear younger.
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LPG Technical Care

For the most effective body contouring and anti-aging results, LPG has created the Technic Care Line, the first cosmetics line directly inspired by Endermologie. It was developed to work in perfect synergy with LPG devices and to optimize the reactivation of key youthfulness and slimming cells.
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Initially used by the top physicians in the world, Endermologie’s popularity amongst women and men of all ages has made Endermologie the biggest business opportunity for the widest range of Markets imaginable.

If you are a Chiropractor, Physician, Esthetician, Massage Therapist, Spa owner, or an ambitious Entrepreuneur, then, LPG’s Endermologie will significantly increase your income.

For the beauty therapist or massage therapist working from home, this is the business opportunity you have been looking for. The ROI is highly attractive and your existing clients will love you for it!

LPG’s New Cellu M6 range of Endermologie machines are the latest advance in the unique Endermologie Technique from LPG Systems.

LPG, the inventors of Endermologie, have been developing the Endermologie Technique for over 20 years and remain the sole worldwide patent holders for Endermologie, there is no equivalent treatment.

There are a range of Endermologie machines available to suits various needs and budgets…

Contact Vitality 4 Life today for an Information package

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Chlorine and lead is in everybody’s water, but there are also traces of pesticides, herbicides, industrial solvents, bacteria. Really, every chemical we use in our society works its way into our water supplies.

What people aren’t aware of is that municipal water treatment doesn’t take those things out. It’s designed to kill bacteria, take out the visible particles, but does not take out synthetic organic chemicals; we need to do that in our own homes.

What can those chemicals do to our bodies?

Synthetic organic chemicals increase the risk of degenerative disease and cancer. Almost all types of cancer are linked to increased exposure of synthetic organic chemicals; pesticides, herbicides, chlorine, trihalomethanes; the things that happen when they put chlorine in your water.

Colon cancer, bladder cancer, breast cancer have all been directly linked to an increased consumption in synthetic chemicals.

What to do… bottled water?

Bottled water doesn’t necessarily assure you that you’re getting chemical free water. The regulations that govern bottled water are more lapsed than the ones that govern tap water. Bottled water is less regulated than tap water so it’s a misconception people have that bottled water is necessarily any purer than tap water.

Most studies show that bottled water contains at least most of the chemicals that tap water does. Any water that’s stored in a plastic bottle is going to contain some of the chemicals from that plastic that leach into the water.

Filtering your water in your own home doesn’t have the environmental impact that bottled water does of throwing away plastic bottles everyday. Bottled water is more expensive, it’s less convenient and tragic on the environment. 60 million plastic bottles get thrown into landfills every day in America alone.

The only way to get chemical free water is to filter it in your own home…

• It’s less expensive
• It’s more convenient
• It’s better quality
• It’s environmentally friendly

You can fill your own refillable bottles right at your kitchen sink with a good quality home water filter and you’ve got better quality filtered water at 1/10 of the price.

What about the water we bathe and shower in?

All the most recent studies such as the American Journal of Public Health and the World Health Organization have published reports that say we take in 3 times the chemicals when we shower than we do from drinking water.

The steam that you inhale plus the pores of your skin are open because of the warn water and you absorb chemicals through your lungs and your skin. So it’s at least as important to make sure the water you’re showering and bathing in is chemical free water, as well as your drinking water.

With a standard water testing kit available from any pool supply shop, you can test the chlorine levels in your own water. When we tested our water, we found the tap water to be borderline as what’s considered safe to swim in, so it’s pretty easy to grasp that it’s probably not the best water to be drinking, showering and bathing in.

What should we do in our homes?

Filter your water…

There’s many ways to filter your water, point of use water filtration; a water filter can be installed in the kitchen either on the bench, fitted quickly and easily to your existing tap or under the benchtop with a separate tap for your filtered water so you can easily filter your drinking water, cooking water, water you’re making beverages with; coffees, teas, juices, etc.

In your shower; shower filtration, you can easily install a filter in your shower or there’s central filtration – a whole house water filter, which can be installed very easily and very economically.

With a whole house filter, for not much more than $1000 you can filter all your water throughout your entire household where you’re bathing, drinking, showering, cooking, laundry, everything in good healthy chemical free water.

The Aquasana range of water filtration products

Aquasana Countertop Water Filter
Aquasana Shower Water Filter
Aquasana Whole House Water Filter
Aquasana Glass Water Bottles

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Tooth decay, also known as dental caries, is a disease of the teeth that affects individuals of all ages, although it is more common in children and young adults. Dental caries occurs when the tooth enamel is destroyed. Decay begins at the tooth’s hard external surface, and may advance to internal structures of the tooth including the dentin and pulp. The earlier decay is treated, the better chance of saving the tooth.

How does tooth decay happen?

The bacteria inside of the mouth changes the food (primarily sugars and starches) we eat into acids. Over a period of time, the bacteria and acids form a sticky deposit called dental plaque that clings to the teeth. If the plaque is not removed, the acids will destroy the tooth’s enamel surface –resulting in holes or cavities. Sugar and starches (such as candy, cakes, cookies, milk and pop) are responsible for much of tooth decay, but sour or acidic foods (such as lemons and fruit juices), also contribute to decay because they change the pH (acidity level) in the mouth. If left untreated, the decay will progress and can lead to tooth infection. Children’s teeth primarily decay in the grooves. In addition to the grooves, older adults decay in other areas, including the roots of the teeth, which may be exposed as a result of receding gums.

How do you prevent tooth decay?

Taking good care of your teeth, eating nutritious foods and visiting the dentist on a regular basis will help prevent cavities. Here are some guidelines for preventing tooth decay:

• Brushing twice a day with a toothpaste
• Cleaning between the teeth daily with floss
• Cleaning the teeth and gums daily with a Hydro Floss® oral irrigator
• Eat well-balanced meals and limit snacking

Visiting the dentist on a regular basis for check-ups and cleanings.
If brushing is not possible, the next best thing is to rinse the mouth with water to neutralize the acids and change the pH level in the mouth, which may curb tooth decay.

When should you contact a dentist?

At least every six months for a cleaning and a thorough examination.
You should consult a dentist if you experience any problems or need emergency care.

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Spread the mixture onto a solid sheet using a spatula, making sure the mixture stands only a few millimeters tall – the thicker the cracker, the harder to eat, the longer to dry and the shorter the shelf life.

Score the size of the crackers you’d like with a knife or spatula before dehydrating.

Dry at 72 degrees celcius for 2 hours and then 57 – 60  degrees celcius overnight.

Try any of the following combinations for creating a high energy snack food recipe…

• Sprouted flax seeds, small piece of ginger, garlic, small jalapeno and sea salt
• Equal amounts of sprouted wheat and rye, Braggs Aminos, honey or dates, caraway seeds and finely chopped onion
• Equal amounts of sprouted pumpkin seeds and flax seeds, tomatoes, sprouted sunflower seeds, fresh basil, olive oil, dates, lemon juice and sea salt to taste

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Gingivitis is an inflammation or infection of the gums (gingiva) that is an early stage of periodontal disease (gum disease). Healthy gums appear pink in color. Gingivitis causes the gums to become inflamed and swollen and bleed easily when they are brushed or flossed. Gingivitis is reversible and there is no permanent damage to the gums or teeth when treated early. If allowed to progress, the infection can advance below the gum line and cause periodontal disease. Gum disease, left untreated, can destroy the soft tissue, bone and ligaments that support the teeth. Teeth may become loose and then fall out. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.

Why does it occur?

Gingivitis often results from poor oral health care. Individuals who do not brush or floss their teeth regularly or correctly; increase their chances of developing gingivitis.

How does it happen?

A combination of bacteria, saliva and acids in the mouth form a sticky deposit called dental plaque that clings to the teeth. Plaque that is not removed from the teeth hardens into hard calculus (tartar), which irritate the gums.

What are the symptoms?

Symptoms include gums that are tender, red and swollen. The gums may bleed when brushed or flossed, and it can also cause bad breath. In some cases, there may be no obvious symptoms.

How do you treat gingivitis?

If you have inflamed gums or your teeth bleed during brushing or flossing, you need to visit a dentist or periodontist. The first step is to have the teeth cleaned professionally to remove the soft plaque and tartar. Brushing and flossing at home cannot remove the hard deposits or calculus. Oral irrigating with the Hydro Floss® will help soften the hard deposits or calculus.

How do you prevent gingivitis?
Brush your teeth twice a day to remove the bacteria from the teeth.
Use the Hydro Floss® oral irrigator daily to remove bacteria and food.
Eat a well-balanced diet and limit between-meal snacks.
Visit your dentist on a regular basis for an exam and cleaning.

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Yogurt and fresh fruit can be pureed, sweetened and spiced to make high energy, nutritious snack food.

Simply select ripe or slightly overripe produce that blends and tastes well together. Wash and remove any blemishes, stems or pits and peel the produce if desired.

Puree the produce with or without some yogurt in a blender until smooth.

Pour the mixture onto a solid sheet and place on the tray of your food dehydrator with the temperature set at 65?C. The average time for fruit leather is 4 – 6 hours. Alternatively, you can dehydrate on a lower temperature of 55?C for 10 – 12 hours.

When the fruit leather has dried, it will be a bit shiny and non-sticky to touch. Allow it to cool and peel it from the tray.

Roll into a tight cylindrical shape and store in an airtight container.

Try any of the following combinations for creating a healthy snack food recipe…

• strawberries & yogurt
• bananas & pineapple with a sprinkle of cinnamon
• seasonal berries and peaches with a dash of honey
• mango with a small amount of fresh ginger
• apple & kiwifruit

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Periodontal disease is also known as gum disease or periodontitis. There are various stages of gum disease, and the two most common forms are gingivitis and adult periodontitis. Gingivitis is an inflammation or infection of the gums gingiva) that is an early stage of periodontal disease. When left untreated, gingivitis may progress to periodontal disease, which can progress to the loss of teeth. Only a professional –a dentist or periodontist –can diagnose gum disease, which often is painless. Research shows that periodontal disease may also be linked to heart, lung, kidney and respiratory disease, and to premature birth.

How does gum disease progress?

A combination of bacteria and acids in the mouth form a sticky deposit called dental plaque that clings to the teeth. Plaque that is not removed from the teeth hardens into calculus and tartar, which aggravate the gums. Pockets (filled with plaque) form between the teeth and gums –causing the irritated gums to detach or pull away from the teeth. At this point, the infection has advanced below the gum line and it can then destroy the soft tissue, bone and ligaments that support the teeth. The teeth may become abscessed and loose, and even fall out. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.

What are the symptoms of periodontitis?

The early symptoms of periodontitis (gingivitis) are inflamed, swollen gums that bleed easily when they are brushed or flossed. Many times bad breath is present and there are times when there is little or no pain in the early stages. The late stage symptoms of periodontitis are loose teeth, spaces in between the teeth, pain upon chewing, pus around the teeth or gums, or abscessed teeth. Receding gums may be a symptom and the tooth may appear to look longer because the gums are withdrawing. Also the teeth may be sensitive to cold, hot and sugars.

Who is at risk of gum disease?

Periodontal disease is not hereditary, but it may play a role in the progression of the disease. Individuals with diabetes and those on certain medications may be at risk for periodontitis. Use of tobacco in any form can cause periodontal disease to advance more rapidly.

How do you prevent periodontal disease?

Keeping the teeth clean by brushing and flossing on a regular basis will help prevent gum disease. Using the Hydro Floss® oral irrigator on a daily basis will help prevent gum disease.

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