Dental question about taxonomy:condition:gingivitis

Gingivitis is inflammation of the gum tissue, commonly caused by plaque that remains at the gum margin.

Gingivitis is inflammation confined to the gingiva, the soft tissue surrounding teeth, without the attachment and bone loss that define periodontitis. Plaque bacteria trigger an inflammatory response where the gum meets the tooth. Crowded teeth, calculus, smoking, hormonal changes, dry mouth, and some medicines can make control harder.

Plaque bacteria trigger an inflammatory response where the gum meets the tooth. Crowded teeth, calculus, smoking, hormonal changes, dry mouth, and some medicines can make control harder. Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, clean between teeth, and arrange professional removal of calculus when home care cannot dislodge it. Bleeding is a reason to clean carefully, not to stop.

Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, clean between teeth, and arrange professional removal of calculus when home care cannot dislodge it. Bleeding is a reason to clean carefully, not to stop. Book a dental assessment for persistent bleeding, swelling, bad breath, gum recession, loose teeth, or pain. A dentist may measure pocket depths and take radiographs if bone loss is suspected.

Book a dental assessment for persistent bleeding, swelling, bad breath, gum recession, loose teeth, or pain. A dentist may measure pocket depths and take radiographs if bone loss is suspected. Ask what finding would change the treatment plan.