User:Mr. Ibrahem/Gingivitis
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Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums without tissue destruction.[1][4] Symptoms may include red swollen gums which bleed easily.[1] There is typically no pain.[1] Complications may include periodontitis and tooth loss.[1]
Gingivitis | |
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A severe case of gingivitis | |
Specialty | Dentistry |
Symptoms | Red swollen gums which bleed easily[1] |
Complications | Periodontitis, tooth loss[1] |
Causes | Bacterial film, lack of vitamin C, pregnancy, certain medications[1] |
Risk factors | Smoking, dry mouth, genetics[1] |
Diagnostic method | Dental exam[2] |
Treatment | Oral hygiene, professional teeth cleaning[3] |
Prognosis | Good with treatment[1] |
Frequency | Common[1] |
The most common cause is bacterial film (plaque) attached to the teeth.[1] Other causes include lack of vitamin C, pregnancy, and certain medications such as phenytoin and calcium channel blockers.[1] Other risk factors include smoking and dry mouth.[1] Diagnosis is generally by a dental exam.[2] It is a mild form of periodontal disease.[2]
Treatment is with good oral hygiene and professional teeth cleaning.[3] Severe cases may require antibiotics or surgery.[5] Outcomes are generally good with treatment.[1]
Gingivitis is the most common type of periodontal disease.[1] Males are more commonly affected than females.[1] Both children and adults are commonly affected.[1] Inflammation of the gums has been described since at least 400 BC by Hippocrates.[6]