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Gum inflammation (gingivitis)
A form of gum disease caused by bacteria and poor oral hygiene that results in inflamed gums.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
41 years experience
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Baby 0-2 | Common | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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A 34-year old asked:
Is it possible to have gum disease w/ out the inflammation of the gums and bleeding easily?
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A 21-year old female asked:
I have had a deep cleaning on the bottom row of teeth due to inflammation & gingivitis the top row are beginning to hurt bleed, & sweet what do I do?
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A 21-year old female asked:
Once u have a deep cleaning to remove gingivitis and remove plaque and reduce inflammation. How long does it take to heal & eat normal again??
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A member asked:
Does this white spot on my gum mean I have gingivitis? I have a whitish spot or splotch on the lower left side of my gum that's been there for a couple weeks now. Cleaning doesn't seem to make any difference. Is this a sign of gum disease?
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A 44-year old asked:
What else can cause gums to bleed besides gingivitis?
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A 32-year old asked:
What can i do to stop my gums from bleeding so much from gingivitis?
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A member asked:
Healthy gums versus gingivitis? I've been told that gums are healthy if you can see less than 4 mm of them. But I can see way more of my gums than that. I'm not sure what I'm missing.
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A 30-year old asked:
Can gingivitis(gum bleeding) cause a bump to form on the gum jaw?
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A 37-year old asked:
How can I cure gum immflamation gingivitis ?
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A 36-year old asked:
how do you get rid of gum disease, gingivitis?
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A 36-year old asked:
Is bleeding gums always a symptom of gingivitis?
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A 48-year old asked:
Pain in gums where crown is placed? Is that cavity or gingivitis?
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A 37-year old asked:
My gums are killing me, help!? Scared that i have early stage gingivitis?
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A 32-year old asked:
Most effective way to get rid of gum disease like gingivitis and removing sore bleeding gums?
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A member asked:
Gum pain and gingivitis? Over the last month one of my upper front teeth has become very sensitive, and now the gum above it is also quite sore. Is this gingivitis?
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A member asked:
How long to recover from gingivitis? At my dentist appointment the other day, when my dentist measured my gum depth, there were several that came in at five. Can I do anything at home between now and six months from now when I go to the dentist next to fi
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A 23-year old female asked:
I just had wisdom teeth extracted. I noticed dislocated gum on a tooth near the extraction. It's not connected to tooth. No gingivitis. Is this normal?
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A 47-year old asked:
Can you reverse swollen gums due to gingivitis?
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A 44-year old asked:
How do you brush more with gingivitis when your gums already bleed if brushed more?
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A 39-year old asked:
When you have gingivitis, are you supposed to brush your gums very hard or take it easy?
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A 43-year old asked:
Could you have gingivitis if your gums don't bleed when you brush and floss?
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A 37-year old asked:
Can sugar free gum with xylitol help prevent cavities or gingivitis?
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A 37-year old asked:
I have swollen gums and I'm taking medication. Could it be gingivitis?
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A 34-year old asked:
I have gingivitis, what can i do to stop my gums from bleeding during cleaning? take aspirin
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A 39-year old asked:
Wanted to know if I can trust my new dentist who says I need gum treat due to signs of pre-gingivitis or pre-periodontal disease?
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A male asked:
My boyfriend has gingivitis and i discovered he has used my toothbrush. can i get gingivitis or any other gum disease? also, other than good oral hygiene, what can he do for his gum issues? thank you.
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A member asked:
Do the gray spots on my gums mean I have actue necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis? I'm a smoker, and lately I've noticed some gray spots or residue on my lower gum. I've seen some pretty scary pictures of actue necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, and am won
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A 21-year old male asked:
red tonsils red gums but no pain no fever nothing had it for a while. Dentist check had gingivitis. Taking peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate). What's goin on?
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A 39-year old asked:
Are my bleeding gums a sign of poor dental care or gingivitis?
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A 34-year old male asked:
How can I treat gingivitis - i had my teeth removed three years ago, and i still have horrible breath.. i brush my gums and gargle with scope..?
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