Gingivitis Treatment - Cosmetic Dentistry and Medical Information

Treatment of mouth swelling caused by bacteria Gingivitis

Gingivitis is a bacterial disease that causes mouth swelling and bleeding of the gums caused by food debris caught between teeth.

Gingivitis can develop after three days of no oral hygiene or make brushing teeth and tongue. When the disease progresses to a chronic condition, causing periodontal pockets, tooth mobility, bleeding and spontaneous, and even loss of alveolar bone that supports the teeth, with the strong possibility of losing teeth. Fortunately there is treatment to combat this disease.

The main goal of treatment of gingivitis is to reduce inflammation. The dentist or hygienist do a thorough cleaning, which may include the use of various instruments or devices to loosen and remove deposits of plaque from teeth.

After receiving treatment for gingivitis, it is necessary to keep a careful oral hygiene after professional tooth cleaning. The dentist or hygienist will show the patient how to brush and floss.

Treatment with professional tooth cleaning in addition to brushing and using dental floss can be made twice a year or more frequently for severe cases of gingivitis. You may also recommend use of antibacterial mouth rinses or other aids in addition to frequent and careful brushing and flossing. Read the rest of this entry »