Gingivitis

Visit Dr. Carol Jin for gingivitis treatment in San Ramon. Preventive dental care is helpful in avoiding gingivitis, and there are several steps that can be taken to ensure proper oral hygiene. A bit of vigilance and dedication can help to ensure that you wear a beautiful smile for the rest of your life.

What Causes Gingivitis?

Gum disease is often caused by poor dental hygiene that can enable plaque to form on your teeth. Plaque is an invisible sticky film made out of bacteria that forms when the starches and sugars in food combine with bacteria already present in our mouths. If left on your teeth longer than two or three days, plaque will typically harden underneath your gum line and form tartar. Once Tartar forms, removal can require professional dental treatment. The longer it remains on your teeth, the more irritable your gums will become. After gingivitis has taken hold, gums will eventually become swollen and bleed easily.

Preventing Gingivitis

To put it simply, gingivitis is just another form of gum disease. As with other dental ailments, gingivitis is highly preventable. In addition to regular brushing and daily flossing, routine dental checkups can help can help to reduce and prevent problems with your gums. The use of antibacterial mouthwash or mouth rinse can be useful for protection from plaque and to assist in preventing reoccurring gum issues. Be mindful that smoking can also increase the risk of gum disease. These few simple steps can help keep gingivitis out of your life and out of your smile.

Gingivitis Treatment

The treatment of gingivitis can vary based on each person’s individual situation and the severity of each case. Many times a professional dental cleaning will remove tartar and plaque buildup on teeth. The prevention gingivitis requires self-care, at home maintenance, and regular brushing and flossing. These simple steps will minimize the formation of plaque. After Dr. Carol Jin performs a thorough oral examination, she will evaluate your situation and determine the best course of action.

Plaque and tartar buildup don’t have to lead to gingivitis. Only you can take steps to diligently perform continue proper oral hygiene. Routine scheduled visits to a dentist to perform cleanings and routine checkups will go a long way in ensuring the integrity of your smile. Dr. Carol Jin has many years of experience diagnosing and treating gum pain, swelling or other problems. If you suffer from gingivitis in San Ramon call the office of Dr. Carol Jin to schedule an appointment.