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  2. Gum disease: causes, risks, prevention and when to see your ...

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    Gum disease is an infection and inflammation of the tissues surrounding and supporting teeth. There are two primary forms: gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis is the mildest form and is quite ...

  3. Periodontal disease - Wikipedia

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    Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a set of inflammatory conditions affecting the tissues surrounding the teeth. [ 5] In its early stage, called gingivitis, the gums become swollen and red and may bleed. [ 5] It is considered the main cause of tooth loss for adults worldwide. [ 7][ 8] In its more serious form, called ...

  4. List of periodontal diseases - Wikipedia

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    Generally all gingival diseases share common features such as signs and symptoms being restricted to gingiva, clinically detectable inflammation, and the potential for the gum tissues to return to a state of health once the cause is removed, without irreversible loss of attachment of the teeth.

  5. Gingivitis - Wikipedia

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    Gingivitis is a non-destructive disease that causes inflammation of the gums; [ 1] ulitis is an alternative term. [ 2] The most common form of gingivitis, and the most common form of periodontal disease overall, is in response to bacterial biofilms (also called plaque) that are attached to tooth surfaces, termed plaque-induced gingivitis.

  6. Gingival recession - Wikipedia

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    Gingival recession. Gingival recession, also known as gum recession and receding gums, is the exposure in the roots of the teeth caused by a loss of gum tissue and/or retraction of the gingival margin from the crown of the teeth. [ 1] Gum recession is a common problem in adults over the age of 40, but it may also occur starting in adolescence ...

  7. Gingival enlargement - Wikipedia

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    Gingival enlargement is an increase in the size of the gingiva (gums). It is a common feature of gingival disease. [ 1] Gingival enlargement can be caused by a number of factors, including inflammatory conditions and the side effects of certain medications. The treatment is based on the cause. [ 1]

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