Gingivitis- From Mild To Severe Or Life Threatening Infection
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Gingivitis is a very common and mild form of gum (periodontal) disease that causes swelling (inflammation) of your gums. Gingivitis almost always begins with plaque. This invisible, sticky film is composed mainly of bacteria. Plaque forms on your teeth when starches and sugars in food interact with bacteria normally found in your mouth. Brushing your teeth removes plaque. Tartar makes plaque more difficult to remove and acts as a reservoir for bacteria.
In time, your gums become swollen and bleed easily.
Bacteria can cause inflammation of the gums. Although bacteria are normally found in our bodies and provide protective effects most of the time, bacteria can be harmful. The mouth is a great place for bacteria to live. If not for a healthy immune system, bacteria in the mouth would rapidly reproduce out of control, overwhelming the body’s defense system.
An infection begins when the body’s immune system is overwhelmed. Gingivitis is an infection that occurs when bacteria invade soft tissues, bone, and other places that bacteria should not be.
