Inflammation of the gums usually caused by bacterial infection, poor oral hygiene, or sometimes hormone changes.
Compound of Latin 'gingiva' (gum) and Greek '-itis' (inflammation). The term describes the medical condition of inflamed gums.
Gingivitis is sometimes called the 'silent disease' because most people don't realize they have it—your gums might bleed only slightly when you floss, but that's your immune system signaling that bacteria have invaded, and it's completely reversible if caught early.
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