Gum Disease
Gum Disease Causes
Gingivitis is usually caused by bacterial plaque that accumulates in the small gaps between the gums and the teeth and in calculus (tartar) that forms on the teeth. Growth by continuous additions may be tiny, even microscopic, but the bacteria in them produce foreign chemicals and toxins that cause inflammation of the gums around the teeth.
Gum Disease Definition
Gingivitis ("inflammation of the gums") (gingiva) around the teeth is a general term for gingival diseases affecting the gingiva (gums). As usually used, the term gingivitis refers to gingival inflammation induced by bacterial biofilms (also called plaque) adherent to tooth surfaces.
Gum Disease Diagnosis
It is recommended that a dental hygienist (dentist) be seen after the signs of gingivitis appear. A dental hygienist (dentist) will check for the symptoms of gingivitis, and may examine the amount of plaque in the oral cavity.
Gum Disease Symptoms and Signs
The symptoms of gingivitis are the following: Swollen gums, Mouth sores and bright-red or purple gums, Shiny gums, Gums those are not painful, except when pressure is applied Gums that easily bleeds, even with gentle brushing, and especially when flossing. Itchy gums with varying degrees of severity Dark red gums that are usually pinkish and bleeding faint blue tearing from eyes
Gum Disease Treatment
A dental hygienist will perform a thorough cleaning of the teeth and gums; following this, persistent oral hygiene is necessary. Removing the plaque is not as painful as most people think, and the inflammation of the gums should be gone between one and two weeks. By gargling brine water also helps. By doing oral hygiene including proper brushing and flossing is required to prevent the recurrence of gingivitis. Anti-bacterial rinses or mouthwash, in particular chlorhexidine digluconate 0.2% solution, may reduce the swelling and local mouth gels which are usually antiseptic and anaesthetic can also help.