What Increases Your Risk of Gum Disease? If you’ve ever noticed your gums bleeding when you brush, you may have wondered whether that is something to worry about. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, roughly 47 percent of American adults, about 64.7 million people, have some form of gum disease, and that number climbs to over 70 …
What Is Gingivitis, and What Causes It?
Signs and Symptoms of Gingivitis Gingivitis means inflammation of the gums (gingiva). It commonly occurs because of films of bacteria that accumulate on the teeth – plaque; this type is called plaque-induced gingivitis. Gingivitis is a non-destructive type of periodontal disease. If left untreated, gingivitis can progress to periodontitis, which is more serious and can eventually lead to loss of teeth.A patient with gingivitis will have red …