Gingivitis
Also known as acute gingivitis, chronic gingivitis, gingivaitis
Entzündung des marginalen Zahnfleisches
AI overview
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums caused most commonly by bacterial buildup (plaque) on tooth surfaces. It matters because it's the most common form of gum disease, though it doesn't permanently damage the gums like more severe periodontal diseases can.
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Key facts
- Medical condition (new).name
- Gingivitis
- Medical condition (new).synonyms
- Ulitis, Early-stage gum disease
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- A severe case of gingivitis
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- Dentistry
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- Periodontal disease
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Research
74,390 papers- Gingivitis.ReviewJournal of clinical periodontology · 1986Page RCDOI: 10.1111/j.1600-051x.1986.tb01471.x
- Non-plaque-induced gingival diseases.
Article · Deutsch
Gingivitis ist eine meist bakteriell verursachte Entzündung des marginalen Zahnfleisches (Gingiva). Tieferliegende Strukturen des Zahnhalteapparates (Parodontium) sind nicht betroffen. Die Gingivitis kann durch andere Faktoren verstärkt werden.
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