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What is gingivits? what r the symptoms? if my mother have this diease now, is there any possibility that i may develop the same rite now?im 28 yr old

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Dr. Tony Ho answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Gum infection: Gingivitis is infection of the gums; it is caused by inadequate dental care (brushing, flossing). There is a possibility you may have it, but it would be if you had poor dental hygiene and not necessarily any genetic predisposition.

Answered 9/11/2014

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Gum inflammation: Gingivitis is gum inflammation. Gums are red, swollen, and bleed easily. It is an inflammatory response by the body to bacteria sitting on and under the gums. It does have a genetic component.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Gingivitis: Gingivitis literally means "inflammation of the gum tissue". It is usually caused by a reaction to plaque, the bacterial biofilm that sticks to the teeth. Symptoms include swollen, red, tender and painful gums, as well as bleeding after brushing and/or flossing. Treatment includes removing the plaque and calculus. Failure to treat can result in tooth loss, decay, and periodontitis.

Answered 9/12/2014

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