It is important to know about different infections or diseases which affect our teeth and gums.
Maintaining an oral hygiene is of utmost importance and awareness of oral diseases will keep us alert on regular dental checkup.
You would have come across the gum disease known as gingivitis which is also called as periodontal disease.
Whenever somebody is afflicted with gingivitis they experience inflammation and swelling of gums around the teeth.
Sometimes people may not be able to spot the inflammation in its early stages which is why a regular visit to the dentist is necessary.
The reason for the formation of gingivitis in the mouth is due to accumulation of bacterial plaque in between the teeth and gums.
This usually happens due to improper brushing and rinsing of the mouth after eating.
Dentists advice that one can brush as many as four times a day to keep the teeth and gums strong and healthy.
If the building plaque is left untreated, it can lead to serious problems like developing gap between the gums and teeth and also loss of bone around the teeth.
You would notice an obvious swelling of gums too.
The bacterial plaque builds up in stages and is very difficult to notice the gradual change which could be very serious later on leading to loss of teeth.
Dentists claim that if gingivitis is not treated in time it could be lead to loss of life too.
It is better to know the symptoms of gingivitis so you can take care before it's too late.
The early signs of bleeding while brushing your teeth and your gums are swollen and they are bright red or purple in color.
Sometimes, you also feel an itching sensation in the gums.
The diagnosis is simple which follows procedures of removing the bacteria and performing tooth fillings in the gaps created by the plaque.