About of Gingivitis

Gingivitis is a dental disorder in the form of swelling or inflammation of the gums (gingiva).Gingivitis is the first form of periodontal disease in which the initial membrane damage to the tissues supporting the teeth, including gum, periodontal membrane, bone and teeth.



Gingivitis is usually caused by plaque, bacteria and food particles that accumulate in the spaces between the gums and the teeth. These accumulations may be tiny, even microscopic, but the bacteria in them produce foreign chemicals and toxins that cause inflammation of the gums around the teeth. This inflammation can, over the years, cause loss of bone around teeth otherwise known as periodontitis.



Teeth affected by gingivitis


Sometimes, the inflammation of the gingiva can suddenly amplify, such as to cause a disease called Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingitivitis, otherwise known as "trenchmouth".

This results in the breath being extremely bad-smelling, and the gums feeling considerable pain. Fortunately, this can be cured with a 1-week dose of Metronidazole antibiotic, followed by a deep cleaning of the gums by a dentist.


Plaques that harden and get in on the basis of the teeth can cause gum irritation and swelling.The risk of gingivitis include diabetes, pregnancy, lack of dental hygiene, and public health problems.