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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) 
    Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums caused by plaque and bacteria accumulation.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/9348.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. 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
  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. Breath odor 
    ... or bloody discharge from one nostril Gum disease ( gingivitis , gingivostomatitis , acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG) Impacted tooth ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003058.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Periodontitis 
    ... of the gums that occurs when gum inflammation ( gingivitis ) is not treated. The infection worsens over time, ... Tooth sensitivity Note: Early symptoms are similar to gingivitis (inflammation of the gums).
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001059.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. 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
  8. Dental care - adult 
    ... such as tooth decay (caries) and gum disease (gingivitis or periodontitis) . You should also teach your children ... tooth decay are holes in the tooth's structure. Gingivitis is red, swollen, inflamed, and bleeding gums. Periodontitis ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001957.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. 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
  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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