Can strep throat cause gingivitis? any answers appreciated!

Possibly: Strep throat is caused by an oversupply of the Streptococcus mutans bacteria that normally reside in the mouth. They have been attributed to periodontal disease as well so control of the number is paramount even without Strep throat

No but there is more: A previous docs answer was inaccurate the facts need to be established here. Strep throat comes from beta hemolytic streptococcus, not strep mutans. Strep mutans does not cause gingivitis yet has a role in dental caries. Check out this reference on strep: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Group_A_streptococcal_infection Then this one: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strep_mutans

Yes: An infection in throat can influence the mouth. The bacteria can cause oral inflammation making the gums sore and bleeding which is gingivitis. You may be mouth breathing which is a drying and irritating activity. Rinse and gargle with warm salt water. Keep up with brushing and flossing.