gingivitis
Swollen, bleeding gums
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums, typically caused by bacterial buildup along the gumline.
The condition produces redness, swelling, and bleeding during brushing or flossing.
Gingivitis is the mildest form of gum disease and usually reversible with proper dental hygiene: The dentist said my gingivitis would clear up if I flossed daily.
Inscribed memorial tablet
- tartarHardened dental plaque
- bacteriaNucleus-free single-celled organisms
- calculusMathematical analysis system
- poor hygieneInadequate self-care practices
smoking · diabetes · hormonal changes · dry mouth · medications · vitamin deficiency · stress · pregnancy
Blood from mouth tissue
- swellingAbnormal tissue enlargement
- rednessCrimson-hued state
- tenderSoft or sore
- inflammationProtective tissue response
soreness · irritation · puffiness · sensitivity · bad breath · halitosis · discomfort · receding gums
Interdental string hygiene
- brushingSweeping motion with bristles
- mouthwashLiquid for gargling clean
- toothbrushBristled oral cleaning implement
- dental flossThin cord for gums
toothpaste · fluoride · waterpik · regular checkups · tongue scraping · electric toothbrush · oil pulling
Climbing or resizing
- prophylaxisPreventive medical treatment
- deep cleaningIntensive, comprehensive sanitation
- antibioticsBacteria-destroying medicines
- chlorhexidineMedical-grade antimicrobial compound
Infection of tooth-supporting structures
- gum recessionLoss of gum tissue
- bone lossSkeletal density reduction
- abscessLocalized pus collection
- trench mouthAcute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis
plaque
Inscribed memorial tablet
- tartarHardened dental plaque
- bacteriaNucleus-free single-celled organisms
- calculusMathematical analysis system
poor hygiene · smoking · diabetes · hormonal changes · dry mouth · medications · vitamin deficiency · stress · pregnancy · malnutrition
bleeding gums
Blood from mouth tissue
inflammation · soreness · irritation · puffiness · sensitivity · bad breath · halitosis · discomfort · receding gums · loose teeth
flossing
Interdental string hygiene
- brushingSweeping motion with bristles
- mouthwashLiquid for gargling clean
- toothbrushBristled oral cleaning implement
dental floss · toothpaste · fluoride · waterpik · regular checkups · tongue scraping · electric toothbrush · oil pulling
scaling
Climbing or resizing
- prophylaxisPreventive medical treatment
- deep cleaningIntensive, comprehensive sanitation
- antibioticsBacteria-destroying medicines
periodontal disease
Infection of tooth-supporting structures
- gum recessionLoss of gum tissue
- bone lossSkeletal density reduction
- abscessLocalized pus collection
- dental problemsmissing teeth, cavities, tooth decay, overbite, underbite
- Dentistdentist, dental floss, dental hygienist, cavity filling, cavity
- dental caretoothbrush, toothpaste, floss, dental floss, brushing
- dentistrydentist, teeth, tooth, dentists, dental care
- pet healthvet visit, checkup, checkups, vaccinations, rabies vaccination
- Dental Issuescavities, tooth decay, gum disease, toothache, dental caries