Inflammation of gums

 

Gum disease ranges from simple gum inflammation, called gingivitis, to serious damage to the tissue and bone supporting the teeth. In the worst cases, one can lose teeth.

 

 

In gingivitis:

1. The gums become red and swollen

2. Gums can bleed

 

 

1. It can be reversed with daily brushing and flossing

2. Regular cleanings by a dentist or dental hygienist

 

 

1. Periodontitis where the gums pull away from the teeth and form pockets that become infected.

2. If not treated, the bones, gums, and connective tissue that support the teeth are destroyed.