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Posted on April 21, 2013
What Is Gingivitis? What Causes Gingivitis?
Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gums (gingiva). It commonly occurs as a result of films of bacteria that accumulate on the teeth - this is known as plaque. Gingivitis initially is a non-destructive type of periodontal disease, however if left untreated, gingivitis can progress to periodontitis, which is much more serious and can lead to tooth loss.
Posted on April 30, 2010
More premature births for mothers with gum disease
The link between the two is well-established, but experts from the US found that the worse the state of the pregnant woman's gums, the more likely a premature birth is.
