As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure. Gingivitis can be prevented by religiously brushing one’s teeth. Gingivitis is often a result of people taking oral hygiene lightly.

Thankfully, Gingivitis can be treated with proper oral care, as well as treatment from skilled and trained professionals. The costs of treatment vary from one dental clinic to another. It all depends on the clinic, and the severity of gingivitis.

While milder than other forms of gum disease, treating gingivitis must be taken seriously. Failure to treat the condition can lead to tooth loss when not properly treated.

Other factors that can contribute to gingivitis include smoking, age, malnutrition, puberty, fluctuation in hormones, medication, systemic disease, and so much more.

Periodontitis

Left untreated, gingivitis can develop into periodontitis. Given time, plaque can grow beneath the gum line. Bacteria produce toxins that irritate the gums.

The toxins stimulate the body into destroying itself. It ruins the bone and tissue that support the teeth in an effort to destroy the spreading bacteria. As this process continues, the teeth begin to loosen from their sockets. If left unchecked, the resulting loosening of the teeth end up making the teeth fall.

Periodontitis takes on several forms; here are some of the more common forms:

– Chronic periodontitis results from the inflammation of the tissue that supports a person’s teeth. It is the most common form of periodontitis. It can happen to anyone but is more often seen in adults. Progression of periodontitis can be slow; however rapid progression can sometimes occur.

– Aggressive periodontitis is what happens to healthy patients. People who are healthy suddenly suffer from rapid bone destruction and attachment loss of their teeth.

– Systemic disease periodontitis can sometimes be a symptom of a more severe condition. Systemic diseases can sometimes result in periodontitis.