Gingivitis, or gum inflammation, is one of the most common oral diseases. It often starts unnoticed, with slight redness or mild bleeding. Many people postpone visiting the dentist because they think \u201cit will go away on its own\u201d. In reality, the opposite is true: symptoms of gingivitis are the body\u2019s warning sign that the gums need attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Early diagnosis means that the inflammation can be treated easily. In later stages, however, gingivitis may develop into periodontitis, which can lead to tooth mobility and even tooth loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Healthy gums are light pink. If you notice redness, swelling or puffiness, this is the first sign of inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bleeding when brushing your teeth or using dental floss is not normal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Even mild bleeding indicates that the gums are irritated and inflamed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Persistent bad breath may be a sign that bacteria are multiplying along the gumline and producing toxins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At first, there may only be discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Later, it can turn into pain that becomes worse when chewing or brushing your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the gumline moves downward and the teeth seem \u201clonger\u201d, this may be a sign that the inflammation has been present for a longer time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gingivitis does not affect only adults. Children\u2019s and teenagers\u2019 gums are more sensitive due to hormonal changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Redness and swelling are common during puberty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regular dental check-ups help detect the problem at an early stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Temporary irritation:<\/strong> may occur because of brushing too hard or using a new toothbrush, and usually disappears within a few days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gingivitis:<\/strong> symptoms persist or worsen, and bad breath and repeated bleeding may also appear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you notice:<\/p>\n\n\n\n repeated bleeding of the gums,<\/p>\n\n\n\n gum pain or sensitivity,<\/p>\n\n\n\n persistent bad breath,<\/p>\n\n\n\n gum recession,<\/p>\n\n\n\n it is time to book an appointment with a dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At our clinic, gingivitis is diagnosed thoroughly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n professional oral cleaning is performed, including tartar removal,<\/p>\n\n\n\n the condition and depth of the gums are assessed,<\/p>\n\n\n\n individual oral hygiene recommendations are given.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At an early stage, treatment is simple, quick and has a good prognosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Symptoms of gingivitis are the body\u2019s way of saying: \u201cI need help.\u201d Redness, bleeding, bad breath and gum pain are not normal signs. Timely action helps prevent serious complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you notice symptoms, do not postpone your dental visit. HanzaDent specialists will help restore gum health and preserve your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Introduction: why early detection is important Gingivitis, or gum inflammation, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3542,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4236","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhen should you see a dentist?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
HanzaDent\u2019s approach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n