Inflammation of the gums - it is caused by the bacteria present in plaque build-up at the gumline.
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums. Depending on the cause, gingivitis may be of short duration (acute) or persist for years (chronic). It causes varying degrees of swelling and redness, and the patient's gums tend to bleed when he is eating or brushing his teeth.
Usually it also causes halitosis. In advanced cases the teeth may become so loose that they must be extracted.
Anything that injures the gums may produce gingivitis. The most common cause is the buildup of dental plaque on the exposed surfaces of the teeth. Physical injury to the gums may also be caused by too vigorous brushing, or by misusing a toothpick. Other causes of injury are ragged edges of decayed teeth, ill-fitting dentures, and broken or worn-out fillings, crowns, or bridges.
Systemic hormonal conditions, such as menstruation and pregnancy, can cause a type of gingivitis known as hormonal gingivitis. Necrotizing gingivitis, caused by a bacterial infection, is characterized by fever, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, general malaise, and red, swollen, painful gums. Gingivitis may also accompany such diseases as syphilis, tuberculosis, histoplasmosis, mononucleosis, and pemphigus.
by Beth Perry 9 years ago
How does one go about brushing their teeth without spitting?I had a tooth pulled and the dentist sent me home with a sheet detailing "Care Instructions". Under the First 48-Hours After Surgery list, however, instructions Number 2 and 3 appear a wee bit contradictory: #2. DO NOT SPIT,...
by vydyulashashi 13 years ago
expanding my questionAre you really bothered about discoloration of your teeth, go to temporary aids like mint gums for long term bad odor, don't use all dental aids for which maintain oral health..How many of you think about your oral hygiene at least thrice a week??
by Judy Specht 11 years ago
What is more important to teach small children in school?To brush their teeth 2Xs a day?Sex education?Gun safety?Before you answer think seriously, all of these have potentially life threatening implications.
by Rodric Anthony Johnson 9 years ago
Is it really necessary to brush your teeth everyday?I went to the dentist one year after not going for five. I brushed my teeth every now and then for those five years. I gave my teeth a good brushing before the dentist and he told me that my teeth were in the best shape he had seen.
by Adigun S.A 9 years ago
Why will the teeth keep smelling even after thorough brushing?Even after brushing thoroughly, the teeth keep smelling, giving out bad odour. the tongue was almost torn apart due to hard scrubbing with the toothbrush. what do you think might be the problem of such a person?
by April Gail 12 years ago
How to keep your teeth and gums healthy when you're on braces?
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