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Gingivitis is the mildest form of periodontal (gum) disease and it is the inflammation of the gums around the teeth is a general term for gingival diseases affecting the gingiva. Gingivitis is usually caused by bacterial plaque that accumulates in the small gaps between the gums and the teeth and in calculus (tartar) that forms on the teeth.

Gingivitis is an extremely common disease in which the gums become red and swollen and bleed easily and it is often caused by inadequate oral hygiene.

Gingivitis may cause by vitamin deficiency. Vitamin deficiencies, in rare cases, can cause gingivitis. And it is also generally called gum disease or periodontal disease for it describes the events that begin with bacterial growth in your mouth and may if left untreated it will result to tooth loss due to destruction of the tissue that surrounds your teeth.

Gingivitis is reversible with professional treatment and good home oral care. Gingivitis can be prevented through regular oral hygiene that includes daily brushing and flossing and using mouth rinse can also aid in preventing bacteria build up. However, if gingivitis is left untreated, it can advance to periodontitis and it still important to see your dentist for proper treatments and prescription especially with severe cases of gingivitis, gum disease.