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man struggles with the pain caused by gingivitis

What Is Gingivitis?

Dental Blog, Gum Disease, Oral HealthBy Columbia SmilesNovember 20, 2020

Gingivitis is a common gum disease brought about by plaque. This is a naturally sticking film containing bacteria that affect a tooth’s surrounding gum tissue. Plaque can cause inflammation and reddening of the gums, which is an early warning sign of gingivitis. If not treated correctly, this may lead to a more severe gum disease…

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