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| name = Gingivitis | |||
| image = [[File:Gingivitis_(crop).jpg]] | |||
| caption = Inflammation of the gums | |||
| field = [[Dentistry]] | |||
| synonyms = Gum disease, [[Periodontal disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Redness]], [[swelling]], [[bleeding]] of gums | |||
| complications = [[Periodontitis]], [[tooth loss]] | |||
| onset = Gradual | |||
| duration = Variable | |||
| causes = [[Plaque]] buildup on teeth | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[diabetes]], poor oral hygiene | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[dental X-rays]] | |||
| differential = [[Periodontitis]], [[oral lichen planus]], [[leukemia]] | |||
| prevention = [[Oral hygiene]], regular [[dental check-ups]] | |||
| treatment = Professional [[dental cleaning]], improved oral hygiene | |||
| medication = [[Antiseptic mouthwash]], [[antibiotics]] | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Very common | |||
}} | |||
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'''Gingivitis''' is a common and mild form of [[gum disease]] (periodontal disease) that causes irritation, redness and swelling (inflammation) of your gingiva, the part of your gum around the base of your teeth. It's important to take gingivitis seriously and treat it promptly. Gingivitis can lead to much more serious gum disease called periodontitis and tooth loss. | '''Gingivitis''' is a common and mild form of [[gum disease]] (periodontal disease) that causes irritation, redness and swelling (inflammation) of your gingiva, the part of your gum around the base of your teeth. It's important to take gingivitis seriously and treat it promptly. Gingivitis can lead to much more serious gum disease called periodontitis and tooth loss. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The most common cause of gingivitis is poor oral hygiene. Good oral health habits, such as brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily and getting regular dental checkups, can help prevent and reverse gingivitis. | The most common cause of gingivitis is poor oral hygiene. Good oral health habits, such as brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily and getting regular dental checkups, can help prevent and reverse gingivitis. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Healthy gums are firm and pale pink and fitted tightly around the teeth. Signs and symptoms of gingivitis include: | Healthy gums are firm and pale pink and fitted tightly around the teeth. Signs and symptoms of gingivitis include: | ||
* Swollen or puffy gums | * Swollen or puffy gums | ||
* Dusky red or dark red gums | * Dusky red or dark red gums | ||
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* Receding gums | * Receding gums | ||
* Tender gums | * Tender gums | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Good oral hygiene. Regular brushing and flossing and regular cleanings at the dentist's office can prevent gingivitis. | Good oral hygiene. Regular brushing and flossing and regular cleanings at the dentist's office can prevent gingivitis. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Professional dental cleaning is the most effective way to treat gingivitis. Your dentist or dental hygienist will clean (scale) your teeth to remove the plaque and tartar buildup that's causing your gingivitis. | Professional dental cleaning is the most effective way to treat gingivitis. Your dentist or dental hygienist will clean (scale) your teeth to remove the plaque and tartar buildup that's causing your gingivitis. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Periodontitis]] | * [[Periodontitis]] | ||
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* [[Dental plaque]] | * [[Dental plaque]] | ||
* [[Tooth loss]] | * [[Tooth loss]] | ||
[[Category:Dental diseases]] | [[Category:Dental diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Oral hygiene]] | [[Category:Oral hygiene]] | ||
[[Category:Inflammations]] | [[Category:Inflammations]] | ||
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| Gingivitis | |
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| Synonyms | Gum disease, Periodontal disease |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Redness, swelling, bleeding of gums |
| Complications | Periodontitis, tooth loss |
| Onset | Gradual |
| Duration | Variable |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Plaque buildup on teeth |
| Risks | Smoking, diabetes, poor oral hygiene |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, dental X-rays |
| Differential diagnosis | Periodontitis, oral lichen planus, leukemia |
| Prevention | Oral hygiene, regular dental check-ups |
| Treatment | Professional dental cleaning, improved oral hygiene |
| Medication | Antiseptic mouthwash, antibiotics |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment |
| Frequency | Very common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Gingivitis is a common and mild form of gum disease (periodontal disease) that causes irritation, redness and swelling (inflammation) of your gingiva, the part of your gum around the base of your teeth. It's important to take gingivitis seriously and treat it promptly. Gingivitis can lead to much more serious gum disease called periodontitis and tooth loss.
Causes[edit]
The most common cause of gingivitis is poor oral hygiene. Good oral health habits, such as brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily and getting regular dental checkups, can help prevent and reverse gingivitis.
Symptoms[edit]
Healthy gums are firm and pale pink and fitted tightly around the teeth. Signs and symptoms of gingivitis include:
- Swollen or puffy gums
- Dusky red or dark red gums
- Gums that bleed easily when you brush or floss
- Bad breath
- Receding gums
- Tender gums
Prevention[edit]
Good oral hygiene. Regular brushing and flossing and regular cleanings at the dentist's office can prevent gingivitis.
Treatment[edit]
Professional dental cleaning is the most effective way to treat gingivitis. Your dentist or dental hygienist will clean (scale) your teeth to remove the plaque and tartar buildup that's causing your gingivitis.
