Dental Terminology G

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Dental Terminology with the Letter G and the explanation of them.

Gingivitis

Gingivitis is called a inflamed gum tissue. Dental plaque is mostly the cause of gum inflammation. Mild Gingivitis is not causing a lot of pain - or none at all. You may not even notice you have Gingivitis, though if you have bleeding gum when you brush your teeth or floss, it may indicate that you have Gingivitis. Gingivitis is reversible but if it's left untreated, Gingivitis can become severe and change into Periodontitis and this leads to tooth loss.

Gum Recession

Gum Recession is when your gum tissue pulling away from your teeth and exposing the roots underneath of it. It can be caused by a number of different factors, including too aggressive brushing or smoking and even through genetics. Gum Recession Treatments include antibiotics, antimicrobial mouth rinses and a surgery. A Gum Recession can’t be reversed, but a treatment can prevent that it getting worse.