Do not be subjective with gingivitis (part 2)

Be aware that you have gingivitis

Inflammation of the gums is not painful, you have to pay attention to gingivitis because many times you only find discomfort many years after the gingivitis. However, the disease can progress to pain due to pus, abscesses. But do not wait until the disease is so severe. Look for early symptoms of gingivitis such as softening, swelling or bleeding, most commonly bleeding when brushing.

Change the color of the pink to dark red. If your benefit is swollen, bleeding easily and is dark red instead of pink, you should seek medical attention immediately. The first stage of gingivitis is usually more swollen than pain. The sooner you see a dentist, the better chance you will have of keeping your gums healthy and preventing gingivitis from progressing to more severe periodontitis. The secret to determining the health of the gums is the depth of the gums created between gums and teeth.

Doctors often measure the depth of the gingival pocket by using a metal probe (photo) inserted into the gums to feel the slight resistance. If the depth is 2 - 3mm is normal. Depth greater than 3mm is a pocket between the gums and teeth, the more profound the gingival gingivitis is. X-rays can also detect gum disease through bone loss.