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

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   Gum disease is the most common oral disease, with studies estimating that up to 80% of Americans have dealt with periodontal disease at some point during their lives. The prevalence of gum disease ...

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.

4. Gingival enlargement - Wikipedia

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   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] A closely related term is epulis, denoting a localized tumor (i.e. lump) on the gingiva.

5. Chronic periodontitis - Wikipedia

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   Chronic periodontitis is prevalent in adults and seniors worldwide. In the US around 35% of adults (30–90 years) are affected. [1] The cumulative effects of alveolar bone loss, attachment loss and pocket formation is more apparent with an increase in age. Age is related to the incidence of periodontal destruction: "...in a well-maintained ...

6. Drug-induced gingival enlargement - Wikipedia

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   If gingival overgrowth becomes a legitimate concern, initial management would be proper oral hygiene habits as it is the least invasive option to alleviate overgrowth. [5] Otherwise, it may also be advisable to cease medication, although this should only be done with the patients’ medical practitioners’ consent, and complete resorption may ...

7. 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.