{"id":637,"date":"2019-08-07T11:59:33","date_gmt":"2019-08-07T11:59:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machiasdental.com\/?page_id=637"},"modified":"2023-01-28T03:31:21","modified_gmt":"2023-01-28T03:31:21","slug":"gum-disease-gingivitis","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/machiasdental.com\/procedures\/dental-problems\/gum-disease-gingivitis\/","title":{"rendered":"Gum Disease (Gingivitis)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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GUM DISEASE (GINGIVITIS)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gingivitis is an\u00a0inflammation of the gums<\/b>\u00a0that is usually\u00a0caused by plaque<\/b>. It is the earliest and most easily treated form of gum disease, as it only affects the gums, but it must be treated to avoid more serious gum disease.[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is gingivitis?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gingivitis is\u00a0early stage gum disease<\/b>\u00a0which affects only the gums and not the surrounding bone and tissue. Symptoms include gum inflammation and infection. It is a\u00a0serious problem<\/b>\u00a0which afflicts perhaps up to 90% of adults, but it is\u00a0treatable and reversible<\/b>. If left untreated, it can develop into periodontitis, severe gum disease that can cause permanent tooth and jaw damage. If you have symptoms of gingivitis,\u00a0make an appointment<\/b><\/a>\u00a0with Dr. James Sparaga for a thorough examination and proper treatment.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What causes gingivitis?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gingivitis is an\u00a0inflammation and infection of the gums<\/b>. It can be caused by trauma to the gums or by irritating rough edges of teeth or dental work, but is usually caused by plaque.\u00a0Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria<\/b>\u00a0that forms daily on our teeth. It reacts with the food we eat to produce acids and toxins that cause tooth decay. Newly formed plaque can be removed by brushing and flossing, but plaque that is not removed hardens into tartar or calculus. This hard layer of tartar forms at and below the gumline and cannot be removed by brushing.\u00a0Tartar causes decay even faster than plaque alone<\/b>\u00a0and irritates the gums. The resulting inflammation and infection of the gums is called gingivitis. Untreated, this condition can develop into a serious gum disease, called periodontitis.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What does gingivitis look like?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
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GINGIVITIS WILL APPEAR AS:<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Red, or reddish-purple swollen, tender gums[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gums that bleed very easily, even with gentle brushing (blood on toothbrush even with gentle brushing of the teeth)[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gums that hurt only when touched[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gums that have a \u201cshiny look\u201d[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gums that have receded from your teeth[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Continuous bad taste in mouth or bad breath[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]How can I prevent gingivitis?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
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YOU CAN REDUCE THE RISK OF GINGIVITIS GREATLY BY:<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Brushing and flossing regularly[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Making regular dental visits for examination and cleaning[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]What can Dr. James Sparaga do about gingivitis?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Dr. James Sparaga will give your mouth a\u00a0thorough examination<\/b>\u00a0to see if any of your teeth or dental work has rough edges that are contributing to this problem. Either Dr. James Sparaga or his dental hygienist will give your teeth a thorough cleaning above and below the gums. This will usually include a process called\u00a0scaling<\/a>, where the dental professional uses instruments to scrape the tartar off teeth below the gumline. Scaling is followed by a smoothing procedure called planing to make sure there are no rough surfaces to continue irritating the teeth.\u00a0Dr. James Sparaga can further describe the procedure<\/b><\/a>\u00a0and the techniques for making patients completely comfortable during the appointment.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Why is it important to treat gingivitis?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]Gingivitis is the milder and\u00a0very treatable form of gum disease<\/b>\u00a0that affects just the gums. Untreated gingivitis can develop into serious gum disease, called periodontitis, which can cause tooth loss and permanent damage to your jaw. This is preventable. If you develop the signs of gingivitis,\u00a0see Dr. James Sparaga<\/b><\/a>\u00a0for a thorough examination and treatment.[\/vc_column_text]
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