To prevent gingivitis (gum inflammation), attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.
Behavioral risk factors
- Diet
- Micronutrient deficiency (vital substances) – see Prevention with micronutrients.
- Consumption of stimulants
- Alcohol
- Tobacco (smoking)
- Psycho-social situation
- Stress
- Lack of oral hygiene: plaque not removed regularly.
Prevention factors (protective factors)
- Mechanical oral hygiene (tooth brushing + interdental cleaning).
- Application of an antimicrobial mouth rinse (for plaque reduction and thus prophylaxis of gingivitis).
Goal: maintenance of periodontal tissues and periodontal health.