Suffering from red swollen gums that easily bleed when you
brush or floss? You may have gingivitis.
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What is gingivitis?
Gingivitis is a gum disease that happens when
tissues encasing and supporting your teeth becomes inflamed. Gingivitis
is quite common, and since can be mild, you may not know that you have this.
What causes
gingivitis?
Poor dental hygiene is the cause of gingivitis. It
starts with tiny food leftovers that mix with your saliva, which then forms
bacteria filled plaque. If you do not brush this off the surfaces of your
teeth, it then becomes tartar. Tartar is hard and can only be removed with a
visit to the dental clinic.
Is gingivitis
contagious?
The answer is a simple yes. If you have gingivitis be warned
that your saliva carries bacteria that may be easily transferred to other
people.
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What is the treatment
for gingivitis?
Go to the dental office to have an initial evaluation
of your gum disease. She will also do an oral prophylaxis. Ask your
dentist for advice and directions on how you can properly care for your teeth.
Your dentist might recommend medications and even dental procedure.
What happened if I
don’t get gingivitis cured?
Gingivitis causes other gum diseases such as
periodontitis, and even lead to tooth loss.
Dr. Cecilia Lontoc DMD is one of the best dentists. For more information or to schedule your dental checkup, please call (310) 782-6155 or visit our website at www.cecilialontocdmd.com
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