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Gingivitis

Gingivitis. Inflammation of the gums. Definition - Causes. Lat. gingiva = gingie; - itis = inflammation Gingivitis refers to gingival inflammation induced by bacterial biofilms, also called plaque , adherent to tooth surfaces.

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Gingivitis

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  1. Gingivitis Inflammation of the gums

  2. Definition - Causes • Lat. gingiva = gingie; -itis = inflammation • Gingivitis refers to gingival inflammation induced by bacterial biofilms, also called plaque, adherent to tooth surfaces. • Bacterial plaque accumulates in the spaces between the gums and teeth and in calculus (tartar) that forms on the teeth. • These accumulations may be tiny, even microscopic, but the bacteria contained in them, produces foreign chemicals and toxins that cause inflammation of the gums around teeth.

  3. Symptoms • bright-red, or purple gums • shiny gums • gums that are painless, except when pressure is applied • gums that easily bleed, even with gentle brushing, and especially when you floss • receding gumline

  4. Prevention • Gingivitis can be prevented through regular oral hygiene that includes daily brushing and flossing. • When the teeth are not cleaned properly, bacterial plaque accumulates, and becomes mineralized by calcium and other minerals in the saliva, transforming it into a hard material called calculus (tartar), which harbors bacteria and irritates the gingiva (gums).

  5. Diagnosis • It is recommended that a dental hygienist or dentist should be seen after the signs of gingivitis appear. • They will check for the symptoms of gingivitis and may also examine the amount of palque in the oral cavity. • A dental hygienist or dentist should also test for periodontitis using x-rays or gingival probing as well as other methods.

  6. Treatment • The removal of plaque is usually not painful. • The inflammation of the gums should be gone between one and two weeks. • Oral hygiene including proper brushing and flossing is required to prevent the recurrence of gingivitis.

  7. Complications • Recurrences of gingivitis • Periodontitis • Infection or abscess of the gingiva or the jaw bones

  8. Traduceţi • Curăţare periodică • Goluri mari între dinţi şi gingii • Pierdere osoasă din jurul dinţilor • Detartraj • A îndepărta placa • Ajutor în prevenirea inflamaţiei • Cantităţi mici de bacterii şi toxine pătrund în sânge • Debut brusc al gingivitei

  9. New words • Regular cleanings • Deep pockets between the teeth and gums • Loss of bone around teeth • Correctly termed periodontal debridement • Remove plaque • Help in preventing inflammation • Tiny amounts of bacteria and bacterial toxins enter into the bloodstream. • Sudden onset of gingivitis

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