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I have had a mouth guard since my last appointment and now have gingivitis. could the mouth guard have caused it?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Night guard: See your dentist. Sounds like your night guard is putting too much pressure on your gums. Nedds some adjustment.
Answered 11/28/2013
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No: Gingivitis is caused by bacteria, not by night guard. If gums infected see your dentist. If appliance is impinging on gums may cause irritation--see your dentist. If appliance not put into denture cleaner daily can be source of yeast infection--see your dentist.
Answered 12/5/2013
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