Introduction
Gingivitis (lat. Gingivitis) is a common disease in Central Europe, which is characterized by the development of inflammatory processes in the area of the gums and the occurrence of bleeding gums. Depending on the severity of the gum inflammation, it can be brought under control again with improved oral hygiene and dental care.
Therapy
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums caused by the harmful effects of bacteria without affecting the periodontium. The main causes of gingivitis include poor oral hygiene and irregular attendance of check-ups at the dentist. The symptoms of this disease include the appearance of bleeding gums, redness, swelling and slight pain when brushing teeth.
Many patients wonder what to do if they have gingivitis. First and foremost, a dentist should be consulted urgently, because gingivitis that has gone untreated for a long time can, in the worst case, spread to the jaw and lead to bone recession and tooth loss. The result is so-called periodontitis, which requires much more extensive treatment.
In addition to carrying out a professional tooth cleaning, the treating dentist will advise the affected patient on what further action should be taken. The patient himself can positively influence the course of the disease through conscientiously performed oral hygiene.