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Results 1 - 10 of 23 for Gingivitis
  1. Gingivitis 
    Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums. ... Gingivitis is an early form of periodontal disease . Periodontal disease is inflammation and infection that destroys the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001056.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Gingivitis (image) 
    Inflammation of the gums is called gingivitis. Bacteria in plaque around the teeth release enzymes (collagenases) that can damage and erode the gum tissues. The infected gums swell, bleed ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/1136.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Gingivitis (image) 
    Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums caused by plaque and bacteria accumulation.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/9348.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Trench mouth 
    ... mouth is a painful form of gum swelling ( gingivitis ). The mouth normally contains a balance of different ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001044.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Periodontitis 
    ... occurs when inflammation or infection of the gums ( gingivitis ) occurs and is not treated. Infection and inflammation ... Tooth sensitivity Note: Early symptoms are similar to gingivitis (inflammation of the gums).
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001059.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Dental plaque stain (image) 
    ... major cause of tooth decay and gum disease (gingivitis), so it is important to floss and brush ... If plaque is not removed, tooth decay or gingivitis can develop.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/9260.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Malocclusion of teeth 
    ... decrease risk of tooth decay and periodontal diseases ( gingivitis or periodontitis ). Eliminate strain on the teeth, jaws, ... Discomfort during treatment Irritation of mouth and gums (gingivitis) caused by appliances Chewing or speaking difficulty during ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001058.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Dental care - adult 
    ... such as tooth decay (caries) and gum disease (gingivitis or periodontitis) . You should also teach your children ... are holes that damage the structure of teeth. Gingivitis is swollen, inflamed, and bleeding gums, Periodontitis is ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001957.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Breath odor 
    ... or bloody discharge from one nostril Gum disease ( gingivitis , gingivostomatitis , ANUG) Impacted tooth Poor dental hygiene Tonsils ... may cause breath odor are: Acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG) ... ulcerative mucositis Gastroesophageal reflux disease ( ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003058.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Aging changes in teeth and gums 
    ... is the most common cause of receding gums. Gingivitis is an early type of gum disease. It ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000951.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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