CDC Periodontal Disease Surveillance Project
Preamble: Gum disease is a common problem with the mouth. People with gum disease might have swollen gums, receding gums, sore or infected gums, or loose teeth.
Preamble: Gum disease is a common problem with the mouth. People with gum disease might have swollen gums, receding gums, sore or infected gums, or loose teeth.
Gums: normal, healthy. Teeth: no tartar, no loose or missing teeth. STEP 1. Gently pull back the lips and cheeks in order to see the teeth and gums. Inspect ...
Some warning signs of problems: • Red, swollen, tender or bleeding gums. • Gums that pull away from the teeth. • Bad breath or bad taste. • Loose or separating ...
near the gums, your body responds in an adverse manner, resulting in an inflammatory response. Your gums may appear red, swollen and tender.
Brushing my teeth and caring for my gums 7. Oral care (e.g. brushing, flossing, mouth wash) Taking care of mouth, teeth, and gums 2. persistent bad breath ...
Healthy teeth are white or slightly yellow, and healthy gums are smooth and light pink (except those in breeds with naturally pigmented gums ...
Red or Bleeding Gums— Healthy gums should be pink and free of inflammation or bleeding. If you notice any abnormalities, it could be a sign of gum disease.
How do I know I have gum disease? The warning signs of gum disease are: • bleeding or sensitive gums when brushing or flossing. • loose teeth.
If you have gingivitis, your gums may be swollen and red and they may bleed easily. The later, more serious, stage of the disease is called periodontitis.
Clinical signs of periodontal disease include swelling, a gingival color change from pink to red, bleeding gums, calculus accumulation, and bad breath. Clinical ...
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