A member asked:

Please share an interesting fact about dealing with gingivitis.

33 doctors weighed in across 18 answers
Dr. Michael Dolby answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Surgery

Ignore: Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease and the only stage that is completely reversible!

Answered 3/12/2014

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Flossing: Flossing for periodontal and gum disease technique is extremely important. Image is wrong.

Answered 3/16/2014

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Dr. Don Millner answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Ignore: Skipping a day of flossing and brushing allows the body to react to plaque and gums bleed anew!

Answered 12/1/2014

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Dr. George Ayoub answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Ignore: Sensitivity can be due to gum recession , always use soft brush.

Answered 4/28/2014

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Dr. Daniel Rubenstein answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Gingivitis: If left untreated, can lead to periodontal disease and loss of teeth.

Answered 6/6/2014

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Ignore: Gingivitis is completely reversible with 3x a day brushing and daily flossing.

Answered 6/7/2014

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Ignore: Gingivitis is reversible if treated early on... don't allow it to progress to periodontitis.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. I. Jay Freedman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Ignore: In addition to brushing, flossing, and seeing your dentist regularly, use an antiseptic mouthwash.

Answered 8/5/2014

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Dr. Zahid Ahmed answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Ignore: Gingivitis is reversible and relieved with regular oral care. Brush twice daily & floss before bed!

Answered 12/30/2016

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Brush: Brush your gums and teeth to reduce the amount of plaque. This will decrease the inflammation.

Answered 1/16/2019

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Dr. Felicia Mata answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Ignore: Gingivitis can also occur due to hormonal changes in the body and other systemic conditions.

Answered 4/17/2019

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Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Ignore: Gingivitis causes bleeding sore gums.

Answered 10/7/2014

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Ignore: Good Oral Hygiene and FLossing.

Answered 11/20/2014

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Ignore: Regular flossing can help prevent gum diseases like gingivitis, and help preserve that great smile.

Answered 5/16/2015

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Ignore: Daily oral hygiene and the use antiseptic mouth rinse is beneficial.

Answered 5/17/2015

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Dr. Kayvon Javid answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Gingivitis: Gingivitis is basically due to bad oral hygiene. So brush and floss properly.

Answered 6/7/2015

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Ignore: Gingivitis is caused by bacterial plaque which forms daily. Scrub daily with a soft tooth brush.

Answered 8/7/2015

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Dr. Lawrence Fung answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Ignore: An electronic toothbrush is one of the best tools to remove plaque that causes gingivitis.

Answered 11/3/2017

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