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    Gingivitis is a non-destructive disease that causes inflammation of the gums; ulitis is an alternative term. The most common form of gingivitis, and the...
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    Necrotizing gingivitis (NG) is a common, non-contagious infection of the gums with sudden onset. The main features are painful, bleeding gums, and ulceration...
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  • Desquamative gingivitis is an erythematous (red), desquamatous (shedding) and ulcerated appearance of the gums. It is a descriptive term and can be caused...
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    Plasma cell gingivitis is a rare condition, appearing as generalized erythema (redness) and edema (swelling) of the attached gingiva, occasionally accompanied...
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  • bacterial degradation of fermentable sugar – and periodontal problems such as gingivitis and periodontitis; hence it is important to disrupt the mass of bacteria...
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  • "ulceronecrotic gingivitis". As a result, Vincent's angina is widely confused with necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (previously also called "Vincent's gingivitis")...
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  • enamel or dentine and is typically a light yellow colour.[page needed] Gingivitis is a common condition that affects the gingiva or mucosal tissues that...
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    sudden onset with sudden onset. The mildest on the spectrum is necrotizing gingivitis (NG), followed by the successively more severe conditions necrotizing...
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    fluoride) to help prevent tooth decay (dental caries) and gum disease (gingivitis). Owing to differences in composition and fluoride content, not all toothpastes...
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    linear band of erythematous (red) gingivitis. It was first observed in HIV infected individuals and termed "HIV-gingivitis", but the condition is not confined...
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    effect of a dentifrice containing zinc citrate and Triclosan on developing gingivitis". Journal of Periodontal Research. 24 (1): 75–80. doi:10.1111/j.1600-0765...
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    antiplaque mouthwashes kill the bacterial plaque that causes cavities, gingivitis, and bad breath. It is, however, generally agreed that the use of mouthwash...
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    acute necrotizing gingivitis, edema, gangrenous, scarring, and sequelae. Before the development of noma, there may be simple gingivitis: inflammation and...
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    exposure to the allergen may result in a lichenoid lesion. Plasma cell gingivitis may also occur, which may be accompanied by glossitis and cheilitis. Allergens...
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    teeth and gums to help prevent tooth decay (cavity) and gum disease (gingivitis). This list includes notable brands of toothpaste, both historic and contemporary...
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    television commercials, including a giant yellow toothbrush in the "evil gingivitis" commercials for Listerine, a dog in the Fido commercials "The Office"...
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    has been shown to be effective in preventing dental plaque and reducing gingivitis. It has also been used as an ingredient in certain pesticides. Though...
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  • periodontal infections, including gingivitis and periodontitis, and often found in acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis. It is commonly isolated from dental...
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    of plaque and improve mild gingivitis. There is not enough evidence to determine the effect in moderate to severe gingivitis. Its use as a mouthwash has...
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  • the small size of the skull; portosystemic shunts; periodontitis and gingivitis due to the small jaw leading to problems with tooth growth; tracheal collapse;...
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    affecting the tissues surrounding the teeth. In its early stage, called gingivitis, the gums become swollen and red and may bleed. It is considered the main...
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    conventional periodontal treatment, such as scaling and root planing. Gingivitis and gingival enlargement are often seen in mouth breathers, as a result...
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  • Timmy thwarting bad guys like the Cavity Goon and Miss Sweety or the Gingivitis Gang. Greg Ballora – Emmett, Lifeguard (episode 4), King Louie (episode...
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    possible complication of tooth extraction), acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (a gum infection), and temporomandibular disorder. Pulpitis is reversible...
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    intended to maintain oral health. Use of floss is recommended to prevent gingivitis and the build-up of plaque. The American Dental Association claims that...
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    the incidence of dental caries and dental erosion, as well as reducing gingivitis. Some stannous fluoride-containing toothpastes also contain ingredients...
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    gum causes the gum disease known as gingivitis, which literally means inflammation of the gingiva, or gums. Gingivitis is characterized by swelling, redness...
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    seen in animals. In cats, faucitis is usually a secondary disease to gingivitis but can be a primary disease. In this species faucitis is usually caused...
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    Plastic interdental piks designed to prevent gingivitis, and wooden flat toothpicks....
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    pink". Other colours like red, white, and blue can signify inflammation (gingivitis) or pathology. Smoking or drug use can cause discoloring as well (such...
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