Sentences with phrase «as plaque builds up»

As plaque builds up on the teeth and around the gums, bacteria can irritate gum tissue and can lead to infection.

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As a result, however, plaque starts to build up, causing tooth decay, sensitivity, and aches.

«Amyloid is one of many substances that builds up in plaques as a result of dying cells and atrophy in the brain,» he says.

Changes in blood flow pattern, such as from plaque build - up in the arteries, initiate a cascade of conflicting signals.

Atherosclerosis — hardening of the arteries — is a potentially serious condition where arteries become clogged by a build - up of fatty deposits known as «plaques».

Doctors measure levels of triglycerides as a marker of heart disease risk, though whether these fats play a role in causing plaque to build up in arteries historically has been a matter of debate.

It seems as if antibody drugs used to get rid of sticky plaques that build up in brains with Alzheimer's may actually make the disease worse.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital scientists have identified an enzyme that can halt or possibly even reverse the build - up of toxic protein fragments known as plaques in the brains of mice with Alzheimer's disease.

More recently, as scientists realized that IDE was also involved in clearance of amyloid - beta, they have begun searching for ways to supercharge the enzyme to see if it could prevent the build - up of the amyloid plaques that are a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease.

The underlying cause of many heart attacks is atherosclerosis, defined as build - up of deposits, or plaques, of cholesterol, calcium, and other substances in arteries.

Omega - 3 fats are an important type of polyunsaturated fat as they help to reduce the risk of heart disease, lower blood pressure, guard against plaque build - up in the arteries and aid in brain development.

Apples will clean your dog's teeth of minor plaque build - up, and they're relatively well - digested as long as the skin is peeled off.

These humble fruits are packed with vitamins, minerals, polyphenols which act as an antioxidant, and pectin which helps cleanse the blood and prevent plaque build up in your arteries (1).

For many years atherosclerosis was seen as a kind of plumbing problem — that is, merely a matter of plaque building up in the walls of coronary arteries and clogging them.

Caused by plaque build - up in your coronary arteries and also known as atherosclerosis.

Although systolic blood pressure tends to rise naturally as people age due to increasing stiffness of large arteries and long - term build - up of plaque, there are ways to naturally combat elevated blood pressure, including yoga.

When they control for high cholesterol, that means that the vigorous exercisers would have just as much plaque build up as the more moderate exercisers.

As time goes on and scientists continue to learn more about heart disease, it has become quite clear over the recent years that inflammation within the body (NOT cholesterol levels) is what causes plaque build up in the arteries and eventual heart disease.

Another explanation is that inflammation in the mouth as a result of bacteria and plaque build - up may increase inflammation throughout the body, including the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and heart attack.

Those bacteria may make its way through the blood stream and into the arteries, building up as plaque and eventually contributing to heart attack.

As discussed above, erectile dysfunction is sometimes a result of plaque build up and poor blood flow to the genital regions.

Yorkshire Terriers, Pomeranians, Toy Poodles and other small or toy breeds are more prone to bacteria build - up as plaque and tartar tend to spread quicker in smaller mouths.

As your furkid's natural chewing action wipes away plaque and tartar build - up from the surface of teeth, you can look forward to fresher breath and health teeth and gums in Fido and Puss!

As your dog bites into and chews Greenies Weight Management Dental Chews, the special shape and texture of the treat works a lot like a toothbrush, wrapping around the teeth down to the gum line, controlling new plaque and reducing existing plaque and tartar build up.

Dental chews are effective in removing tartar build up, plaque, and bacteria that causes oral diseases such as periodontal.

As time goes by, layers of plaque build up and then start to mineralize (harden) using calcium taken from the oral cavity.

Opinions differ on the tartar - removing properties of hard foods, but experts DO agree that crunchy, dry food does not adhere to the teeth as much and therefore tartar and plaque do not build up as quickly.

Plaque and tartar build up irritate the gums and can lead to gum disease known as gingivitis.

Gingivitis appears as red inflammation of the gums caused by the plaque build up on the tooth's surface and beneath the gum tissue.

As in people, a thin layer of plaque and tartar build - up on your pet's teeth every day.

The exact cause is unknown, however, some theories include: viruses, breed disposition (more common in certain purebred cats such as Persians, Siamese and Abyssinians), genetic and environmental influences, immune suppression, and of course, plaque and calculus build up.

Pets are prone to the same dental problems as humans: gingivitis (gum inflammation), periodontitis (a disease of the oral cavity that affects the gum, bone and tissues around the teeth), pyorrhea (an inflammation of the gum and tooth socket that leads to loose teeth and pus); and plaque, which is a build - up of materials on the tooth enamel that can cause cavities and more serious periodontal disease.

We would recommend dental treats and possibly a diet specifically designed to keep plaque from building up as well.

As you brush your dog's teeth, concentrate on the upper teeth because plaque usually begins to build up there first.

As with humans, this prevents plaque build - up and keeps the gums and jaw healthy, and it also can help prevent bad breath.

Milk bones are great for cleaning their teeth in between, but do not solely rely on them, as plaque will still build up.

As long as your pet's gums appear healthy and there is minimal plaque or tartar build up, home care is all that is needeAs long as your pet's gums appear healthy and there is minimal plaque or tartar build up, home care is all that is needeas your pet's gums appear healthy and there is minimal plaque or tartar build up, home care is all that is needed.

Plus, as an adult since plaque starts to build up within 12 hours of eating, it should be done daily anyway.

As this mixture builds up in her mouth, it begins to form plaque, which eventually hardens into tartar and discolors your kitten's teeth.

Plaque forms daily on your cat's teeth and if you do not remove it as it builds up, it can mineralize and turn to concrete - hard tartar.

Regular teeth cleaning for dogs with a brush is great, but you can also provide Dentastix or similar treats in between cleanings as they can be invaluable at helping to reduce plaque build - up.

Plaque deposits build up on animal's teeth in the same way as it does on humans.

Your dog's teeth are just as prone to plaque and tartar build - up as your teeth and need to be cleaned every day to stay healthy.

Dental disease occurs in pets, as it does in humans, when significant amounts of plaque and tartar build up on their teeth.

Treats: There are a variety of dental treats, such as Greenies ®, Virbac CET ® Chews, and or Oravet Chews available that are designed to help reduce plaque and tartar build up.

Because as owners we do not regularly brush our dog or cat's teeth, plaque, which is a film of bacteria, builds up on teeth surfaces.

His breath is great so far but I may try the water additive as I do not want him to get plaque build up.

Just as humans can have plaque build - up, chipped or broken teeth, and even abscesses, so can dogs.

Therefore, that is where MOST plaque forms and builds up (and as a technician that has done plenty of dentals, I can attest to that!)

As time goes on, the plaque builds up in layers and also mineralizes (hardens) with calcium from the oral cavity.