Gingivitis is a type of periodontal disease and is when the gums are inflamed. The gums in the teeth destroy the tissues because of the inflammation and infection known as periodontal disease (MedlinePlus n. pag.). Gingivitis typically precedes periodontitis but it is important to understand that not all gingivitis progresses to periodontitis (“Gum Disease” n. pag.). Most of the time gingivitis is from not brushing and flossing which may lead to the use of certain drugs and source of medical disorders. When the gums turn red, swollen, and start bleeding it is usually the sign of the common disease, gingivitis. Gingivitis is sometimes not detected and barely causes any pain in the beginning stages. Nevertheless, gingivitis that is not treated may lead to periodontitis which is a more severe gum disease than gingivitis that can eventually result in tooth loss. Plaque -induced gingivitis, drug- induced gingivitis, vitamin deficiency, infection, and pregnancy, menopause, Leukemia, and an impacted tooth (Pericoronitis) are some of the causes of gingivitis (“Gingivitis: Periodontal” n. pag.). Many symptoms help dentist diagnose whether or not a patient has gum disease (“Gum Disease” n. pag.). Gingivitis has many symptoms, causes, and ways to prevent this gum disease, thankfully, treatment options and therapy are available (“Gingivitis” MedlinePlus n. pag.).
In some cases, even in the late stages, gingivitis may progress painlessly and slowly, creating little obvious signs. Blood while brushing your teeth, red, swollen, or tender gums, insistent bad breath or awful taste in the mouth, withdrawing gums, loose or moving teeth, and much more are some symptoms of gingivitis (“Gum Disease” n. pag.). Other symptoms of gingivitis are: bright r...
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...for all causes of gingivitis are similar but can vary by degrees and stages. In conclusion, this disease can be prevented as well as treated. (Spear 41).
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Periodontal disease is the inflammation of the structures that support the teeth. This disease is the primary loss of teeth in dogs. It is caused by a build-up of dental plaque on the surfaces of the teeth and around the gums. Bacteria can accumulate in the dental plaque and irritate the gum tissue which leads to the infection of the bone that surrounds the teeth. Some effects of the disease include: bad breath, bleeding gums, oral pain, dropping food from mouth while eating and loss of appetite. In severe cases the teeth may become loose and fall out.
According to the American Dental Association, gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease, occurs when the tissues that support and surround your teeth become infected. Many people are unaware they even have gum disease, because it isn’t a painful disease. Periodontal disease is caused by a film of sticky bacteria called plaque forming on the teeth.
However, on the a recent visit dated 23/12/13 the patient’s gingival condition had deteriorated, presenting with an increased plaque scores of 34% and bleeding scores to 63%. Intra oral examination also showed generalised oedema and erythema throughout in the mouth in response to this increase in plaque bacteria. The presence of supra-gingival calculus on lower anterior teeth and both sites of upper buccal molars and the patients BPE now reads 212 /121, putting the patients caries risk at a ‘High’ status.
q Halitosis: (bad breath), can result from disorders of the teeth and gums caused from poor oral health care.
Some of the classic signs and symptoms of gingivitis shown in Figure 8. Include the following (WebMD, n.d.):
Firstly,Gum can cause loads of health problems that involve your teeth and jaw muscles.One of the health problems gum can cause are cavities.Although sugar-free gum is helpful for your teeth but gum that isn't sugarless can cause a major problem for your teeth.Chewing gum that contains sugar which is used by plaque bacteria that can cause your teeth to decay.Another health problem is TMJ which is a syndrome that can cause pain of the jaw point and muscles surrounding it.Also gum can also grab loads of bacteria that is bad for your teeth and your mouth.
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Gingivitis is the beginning stage of oral disease. Gingivitis is inflammation of the gingiva. The lack of good oral hygiene can lead to gingivitis. Gingivitis can be painful and result in gums at are red, swollen, and prone to bleeding. With proper oral hygiene for a period of time gingivitis can be reversed.
Infection control is a central concept to every practice of health care providers. Its main objective is to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases from both patients and health personnel (Martin et al., 2010). In dental clinic, infection control is a continuous concern for its professionals. They have to contact patients routinely and be exposed to their blood, saliva, dental plaque and pus that may contain infectious pathogens. It is important for the dental professionals to treat these fluids as if they are infectious and special precautions must be taken to handle them. In this essay, I will highlight the scope of infection control practices in dental clinics and the ways through which infectious microorganisms are transmitted in the dental clinic. Also, I will talk about some infection control guidelines implemented in dental clinics and how they meet the needs of the patients. Finally, from a personal perspective, I will mention some factors that affect the implantation of infection control guidelines and procedures.
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Tooth brushing techniques causing gingival trauma are a significant factor for gingival recession. The frequency, duration and force of brushing all contribute to recession. Excessive force and improper technique may lead to ...
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