gum inflammation
Sore mouth tissue
Gum inflammation is swelling, redness, and tenderness of the gums, typically caused by bacterial buildup along the gumline.
The clinical term is gingivitis.
Left untreated, it can progress to periodontitis, which damages the bone supporting the teeth: The dentist said my gum inflammation would clear up with better flossing.
- gingivitisGum tissue inflammation
- periodontitisGum infection destroying jawbone
- bleedingBlood loss from injury
- swollenAbnormally enlarged
- tenderSoft or sore
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