Inland Empire Holistic and Cosmetic Dentist Explains Gingivitis:

Gingivitis simply is inflammation of the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth.  In order to describe unhealthy gum tissue, I must first describe what healthy gingiva (gum tissue)  looks like in the mouth.  Gum tissue that is healthy is  tight to the teeth and pale pink in color (depending on ethnicity).  Healthy tissue does not bleed when brushing, flossing, or when the teeth are being cleansed professionally by a dental hygienist.

Gingivitis is in most cases caused by lack of oral hygiene home care which leads to excessive bacteria and plaque build-up.  Gingivitis appears in the gum tissue as red to blue in color, swollen, tender to the touch, and bleeding occurs.  Bleeding in the mouth is one of the few markers for gum infection that is active.  Over time, gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease which leads to bone loss and tooth loss.

The treatment of gingivitis is extremely important as to rid the mouth and the body of infection.  Here at my Holistic Cosmetic dental office, we utilize technology such as lasers to disinfect the gum tissue during dental hygiene cleanings.  My team of experienced dental hygienists also routinely recommend the Sonicare toothbrush as a dental tool to be used at home.  Along with an at home dental tool, specific toothpastes and mouth rinses are also recommended.  Natural supplements and vitamins may also be recommended depending on the severity of the gingivitis.  Various oral home care techniques are also shown which are specific to each patient.

As more and more studies reveal, the plaque left on the teeth with gingivitis is directly linked to many health complications such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.  It is of utmost importance to our dental team that gingivitis be treated in a natural and swift manner, as to protect the health of the body and mouth.  If you are suffering from sore gums, bleeding gums, swollen gums, please call our Inland Empire Holistic dental office at (951)686-3666.