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  2. Pericoronitis - Wikipedia

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    Pericoronitis is inflammation of the soft tissues surrounding the crown of a partially erupted tooth, [1] including the gingiva (gums) and the dental follicle. [2] The soft tissue covering a partially erupted tooth is known as an operculum, an area which can be difficult to access with normal oral hygiene methods.

  3. 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.

  4. Periodontal disease - Wikipedia

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    These bacteria infect the gum tissue surrounding the teeth, leading to inflammation and, if left untreated, progressive damage to the teeth and gum tissue. [9] Recent meta-analysis have shown that the composition of the oral microbiota and its response to periodontal disease differ between men and women.

  5. "Cavities, gum disease and tooth abscess are the most common causes of pain in the mouth developed by bacteria," says Arlene A. Asante, a dentist at First Class Smiles of Bethesda. Cavities can ...

  6. Eight natural ways to get healthier, stronger gums and teeth

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    Gum diseases are incredibly crippling. They lead to tooth loss, bacteria overgrowth, and a horrible accumulation of mucus and dental plaque. Eight natural ways to get healthier, stronger gums and ...

  7. Dental abscess - Wikipedia

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    Putting pressure or warmth on the tooth may induce extreme pain. The area may be sensitive to touch and possibly swollen as well. This swelling may be present at either the base of the tooth, the gum, and/or the cheek, and sometimes can be reduced by applying ice packs. An acute abscess may be painless but still have a swelling present on the gum.

  8. Toothache - Wikipedia

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    Follows period of spontaneous pain: Tooth may feel raised in socket: May follow report of something getting "stuck" in gum: Tooth eruption ("cutting") or impacted tooth: Tension headaches, neck pain, periods of stress or episode of mouth open for long period: Symptoms of URTI: Time pattern

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    Not every tooth grinder has these symptoms of bruxism, but according to Nojan Bakhtiari, D.D.S., FAAOP, a dentist in New York City who specializes in temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and orofacial ...

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