GUM INFECTION: SYMPTOMS, CAUSES & TREATMENT
Healthy gums are dull, pale pink, firmly attached to the tooth, and do not bleed. On the other hand, inflammation of the gums (Gum infection) is manifested by swollen, reddened and easily bleeding gums. It is estimated that up to 80% of adults have at least mild Gum infection and are unaware of the inflammation because severe toothache only occurs in the advanced stage of Gum infection. Therefore, Gum infection is one of the most common gum diseases. If this process continues, gum infection or gum inflammation can turn into periodontitis (inflammation of the periodontium). SIGNS OF GUM INFLAMMATION (GUM INFECTION) Unfortunately, many people only notice Gum infection when it is already too late. The following applies: Healthy gums are characterized by a matt, pale pink color, are firmly attached to the tooth and do not bleed. The onset of Gum infection is usually noticeable through swollen, reddened and bleeding gums. DEVELOPMENT AND CAUSE OF GUM INFECTION Bacteria cause inflamm...