2020年12月22日 · A gum infection is a harmful infection in the mouth that causes damage and inflammation in the gums and jaw. Knowing what to do for a gum infection can help to avoid...

2023年2月24日 · Periodontitis (per-e-o-don-TIE-tis), also called gum disease, is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue around teeth. Without treatment, periodontitis can destroy the bone that supports your teeth.

2023年1月29日 · Gum disease can attack the bones that hold your teeth in place, making them loosen or move. Periodontitis is the main cause, and it can even change the way your teeth fit together when you...

Gum disease is an infection of this tissue. Your dentist might call it periodontal disease or periodontitis. Gum disease starts when bacteria grow in your mouth. Bacteria build up when you...

2024年7月26日 · Gum infection, also known as periodontal disease or periodontitis, is a serious bacterial infection of the gums and tissues surrounding the teeth. If left untreated, gum infection can lead to severe consequences, including tooth …

2023年11月16日 · Gingivitis is a common and mild form of gum disease, also called periodontal disease. It causes irritation, redness, swelling and bleeding of your gingiva, which is the part of your gum around the base of your teeth. It's important to take gingivitis seriously and treat it promptly. Gingivitis does not cause bone loss.

Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place. It's typically caused by poor brushing and flossing habits that allow plaque—a sticky film of bacteria—to build up on the teeth and harden. It starts with swollen, red, and bleeding gums.

2024年11月6日 · Advanced gum disease, or periodontitis, can lead to infected teeth. When gums recede or become inflamed, they form pockets that trap bacteria near the root, allowing infection to spread to the pulp and potentially causing an abscess.

2023年1月5日 · Gum disease is the most common reason why this occurs, and it’s the number one risk factor for periodontal abscesses. You’re also more likely to develop a gum abscess if you have: Bruxism (chronic teeth grinding and clenching). Teeth damaged by injury or trauma. Broken or damaged restorations such as dental fillings, crowns or bridges.

2020年1月27日 · A gum abscess is a pocket of pus and bacteria that forms due to an infection in the gums. In this article, learn about the symptoms and treatment options, as well as the...