Is gingivitis contagious can i catch it of another person?

Not normally: Gingivitis is not normally contagious, but if there are some other causes of the inflammation, then anything is possible.

Generally: No. It is an inflammation of the gums from leaving bacterial plaque around the gum lines. Brush your gums as well as your teeth and do not worry if there is a little blood, healthy gums do not bleed.

Gingivitis.. No : But other oral sings of infectious diseases that might appears to you as gingivitis ..Very possible .. Since some of those are viral and if you have any open wounds or cuts , then possible to transmits like hsv for example..

No: Gingivitis is not contagious. However, if you are seeing changes in your gums it's probably more complex than just gingivitis. Can be more serious gum infection, manifestation of a systemic problem, or reaction to environmental substance. See your dentist or a periodontist. Please call now.

Yes and no...: Not every person is contagious, but the percentage for transmission is high. Several documented studies have proven this through microscopic analysis of the bacteria in partners with severe soft tissue gum inflammation. The similarity of the bacteria confirms that one partner had transmitted it to the other. www.drgums.com.

No : Gingivitis is an infection of the gums surrounding a tooth by many different microbes. If you are exchanging saliva over a period of time the microbes would be present in your mouth however in a healthy environment no problem.

Yes and No: Depending on the reason for the gingivitis. If it is from trauma then no. But if it is from an infectious nature then yes. Consider a recent study done in japan found genetically the same bacteria in dogs as their human owners published in "archives of oral biology"(do a google search for kissing dogs gum disease). The ada has published in jada that yes gum disease is contagious.

No: Gingivitis is caused by bacteria in "plaque", the gooey substance the accumulates on teeth. Poor oral hygiene causes gingivitis. Proper brushing and flossing prevents it.