Gum Disease Treatment
History- Patients with a history of Gingivitis are advised to follow immaculate oral hygiene routines and to keep a very close eye on any symptoms that the infection may be recurring. It is also very important to keep your dentist or physician in the loop on past attacks and other related information which may be important in terms of diagnoses and treatment.
Definition of this disease- Gingivitis is a medical term which refers to initial stages of gum inflammation caused by bacteria and toxin producing plaque build-up on teeth and underneath the gum line.
Contributing factors- There is a variety of factors which contribute to the development of gum disease including poor oral hygiene, smoking, hormonal fluctuations during pregnancy, puberty, menstruation and menopause, nutritional deficiencies, medication, diabetes, HIV and stress. Men also have a greater tendency to develop gum diseases.
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