Tag: Dental Hygiene
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Gingivitis: Signs, Causes, and Treatments
What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is the early, inflammation-based stage of gum disease. It occurs when the gums (the gingiva) react to the bacteria in dental plaque, a sticky film that forms on teeth. While often painless at first, gingivitis can cause red, swollen gums and gums that bleed when you brush or floss. If caught…
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Gingivitis 101: What It Is, How to Tell If You Have It, and How to Treat It
What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease characterized by inflammation of the gums (the gingiva). The term itself comes from the Latin words for “gum” and “inflammation.” It arises as the body’s immune response to the bacteria found in dental plaque, a sticky biofilm that forms on tooth surfaces. While gingivitis…