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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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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Ignore: Sensitivity can be due to gum recession , always use soft brush.
Answered 4/28/2014
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Gingivitis: If left untreated, can lead to periodontal disease and loss of teeth.
Answered 6/6/2014
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Ignore: Gingivitis is completely reversible with 3x a day brushing and daily flossing.
Answered 6/7/2014
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Ignore: Gingivitis is reversible if treated early on... don't allow it to progress to periodontitis.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Ignore: In addition to brushing, flossing, and seeing your dentist regularly, use an antiseptic mouthwash.
Answered 8/5/2014
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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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Ignore: Gingivitis can also occur due to hormonal changes in the body and other systemic conditions.
Answered 4/17/2019
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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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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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Ignore: An electronic toothbrush is one of the best tools to remove plaque that causes gingivitis.
Answered 11/3/2017
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