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Gingivitis

Definition

• Gingivitis is inflammation of the gum tissue. This is a reversible gum disease.

Additional Info

Symptoms include gum bleeding without pain. As the disease progresses, pain, swelling, and loss of bone around the teeth may occur. Advanced gum disease can cause the loss of otherwise healthy teeth.

Make sure you follow good oral hygiene (brushing and flossing regularly) and see your dentist on a regular basis.

MSDS Relevance Exposure to certain chemicals can cause inflammation of the gums. Avoid contact with these materials. Additional Reading Gingivitis at eMedicine.com, a detailed article geared towards the health professional. The Mayo Clinic has a multipage article perfect for the lay person. Includes useful images. The NIH/NLM's Medline Plus article on gingivitis. What is gingivitis at the American Academy of Periodontology. See also: Dermal. Additional definitions from Google and OneLook.

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