A definite association between periodontitis orgingivitisand systemic infections has not been established but there is circumstantial evidence that it may occur.
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Xerostomia, depending on the severity and duration leads to dental caries, denture misfit,gingivitisand periodontitis, and inadequate mastication, leading t o poor bolus formation affecting swallowing.
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So we will charge for teeth and spectacles, and, as a result, we shall increase the incidence ofgingivitisand gum trouble.
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Secondly, there has been a very extensive epidemic ofgingivitis, which disease is an early stage of scurvy.
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I regret that there are no figures available as to the incidence ofgingivitisin the civilian population as the disease is not notifiable.
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This procedure was followed before a licence was granted in respect of the marketing of chlorhexidine gel (corsodyl) as an adjunct in the treatment ofgingivitis.
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The licensing authority was satisfied with the safety, quality and efficacy of corsodyl as an adjunct in the treatment ofgingivitiswhen a product licence was granted in 1975.
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In a recent clinical study, the beneficial effect of hydrogen peroxide ongingivitishas been highlighted.
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As thegingivitisstage continues, the capillaries within the sulcular area begin to dilate, resulting in more bleeding when brushing, flossing, or at dental appointments.
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It is often used in the short term to treat acute necrotising ulcerativegingivitis.
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Improper or over-vigorous brushing may cause sore gums, damage to tooth enamel,gingivitis, and bleeding gums.
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Mastic may also have some value in preventing tooth decay andgingivitisas chewing mastic reduces oral bacteria.
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Therefore, it is preferable to use local formulations such as mouthwashes to treat oral inflammatory conditions e.g.gingivitis.
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The term full widthgingivitisusually refers to the oral lesions of orofacial granulomatosis however.
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There has been evidence to show the positive effect on controllinggingivitisin short-term period use.
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