Gingivitis related to dental plaque: Causes and treatment

The article was written by Specialist Doctor II Nguyen Khanh Nam - Doctor of Odonto-Stomatology, Department of General Surgery - Vinmec Nha Trang International General Hospital.

Gingivitis (gingivitis) is a common disease worldwide, both adults and children are susceptible. Gingivitis is not dangerous, but it just causes the patient to feel uncomfortable and lose confidence in communication.

1. What is plaque-related gingivitis?

The gums (gums) are responsible for protecting the roots of the teeth.

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2. Causes of gingivitis related to dental plaque

Is caused by bacteria in plaque or tartar that persists in the mouth for a long time, the longer the bacteria in plaque persist, the greater the severity they can cause.

3. Symptoms of gingivitis related to dental plaque

Swollen gums, light red or dark red, with plaque, tartar, swollen red swollen gums. The loose tooth root organization is easy to bleed naturally, bad breath.

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4. How to treat gingivitis?

Remove tartar and dental plaque Take care of oral hygiene at home by eating a healthy diet, using a soft brush, and using an anti-bacterial mouthwash. Vinmec International General Hospital is one of the hospitals that not only ensures professional quality with a team of leading doctors, modern equipment and technology, but also stands out for its examination and consulting services. and comprehensive, professional medical treatment; civilized, polite, safe and sterile medical examination and treatment space. Customers when choosing to perform tests here can be completely assured of the accuracy of test results.
Customers can directly go to Vinmec Health system nationwide to visit or contact the hotline here for support.

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