Our mouth is full of bacteria. These bacteria along with mucus & other particles constantly form a sticky colourless plaque on teeth. Brushing & flossing help get rid of plaque. Plaque that is not removed can harden and form tartar that brushing doesn’t clean. The longer the plaque & tartar are on teeth, the more harmful they become. The bacteria cause inflammation of the gums that is called GINGIVITIS. In this the gums become red, swollen & can bleed easily lace wigs uk.
Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease than can usually be reversed with daily brushing & flossing & regular cleaning from your dentist. This form of gum disease does not include any loss of bone and tissue that hold the teeth in place, When gingivitis is not treated it can advance to PERIODONTITIS (which means inflammation of the tooth). In periodontitis gums pull away from the teeth and form spaces called pockets that become infected. The body’s immune system fights the bacteria as the plaque spreads & grows below the gum line. |
