0 an infection of the gums (= the part of the mouth from which the teeth grow) which causes swelling, pain, and sometimes bleeding --
There has been evidence to show the positive effect on controlling gingivitis in short-term period use.
The term full width gingivitis usually refers to the oral lesions of orofacial granulomatosis however.
Therefore, it is preferable to use local formulations such as mouthwashes to treat oral inflammatory conditions e.g. gingivitis.
Mastic may also have some value in preventing tooth decay and gingivitis as chewing mastic reduces oral bacteria.
Improper or over-vigorous brushing may cause sore gums, damage to tooth enamel, gingivitis, and bleeding gums.
It is often used in the short term to treat acute necrotising ulcerative gingivitis.
As the gingivitis stage continues, the capillaries within the sulcular area begin to dilate, resulting in more bleeding when brushing, flossing, or at dental appointments.
In a recent clinical study, the beneficial effect of hydrogen peroxide on gingivitis has been highlighted.
