Using a frayed toothbrush can cause receding gums. Receding gums expose tooth roots to the air, causing pain and potential tooth loss if the cause of the condition isnât identified and treated. The condition is particularly common in people over age 40, according to the California Dental Association.
Therefore, to correct for an albumin level of less than 4 g/dL, one should add 0.8 to the measured value of calcium for each 1-g/dL decrease in albumin. Without this correction, an abnormally high serum calcium level may appear to be normal.
Hypocalcemia is an electrolyte imbalance and is indicated by a low level of calcium in the blood. The normal adult value for calcium is 4.5-5.5 mEq/L. Calcium is important for healthy bones and teeth, as well as for normal muscle and nerve function.Normal blood calcium levels are maintained through the actions of parathyroid hormone (PTH), your kidneys and intestines. If your blood test results show hypocalcemia, your doctor may check your albumin level as well. Make sure you take in enough calcium if your blood test results indicate hypocalcemia. 2  The recommended intake of calcium daily, for bone health, is based on your age and race. 3  If you are: 4  A man, age 25 to 65 years-take 1000 mg of calcium a day.