Gingivitis
Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gums characterized by redness, swelling, and sometimes bleeding during brushing.
Gingivitis is caused by the toxins produced by the dental plaque accumulated on teeth that irritate the gum tissue.
The gums become irritated, start receding and bleeding, loosening their attachment to the tooth and exposing previously covered enamel or part of the tooth root.
At this early stage of gum disease, damage can be reversed with proper dental hygiene, since the teeth are still firmly planted in their sockets without any bone or connective tissue damage.
Gingivitis symptoms - First signs of Gum Disease
Many people visit their dentist with serious periodontal disease because they are not aware of what gum disease looks like in its early stages. There are some early signs of gum disease that help us to detect it and fight it before it becomes a serious problem : 
Bleeding gums during brushing or flossing Red, tender or swollen gums Loss of attachment between teeth and gums - pocket creation Receding gums that make teeth look longer than normal Sensitive teeth or pain on chewing Persistent bad breath or bad taste in the mouth Increased mobility of teeth Pus coming from between your teeth and gums (abscess) Pain is usually not a symptom, which partly explains why the periodontal disease may become advanced before it is diagnosed. Many people tend to ignore the most common syptoms such as bleeding gums and receding gums, considering them as normal.
If detected in its early stages gum disease can be reversed,
so see your dentist if you notice any of the gingivitis symptoms.
article published under a license from Web Dental Office
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