Category: Pathology | Difficulty: Basic | Priority: Core
Reversible inflammation of the gingival tissues without loss of clinical attachment, caused primarily by bacterial biofilm accumulation.
Early gum disease that makes gums red, swollen, and likely to bleed — but fully reversible with cleaning.
El tipo más temprano y leve de enfermedad de encías — las encías se ponen rojas, hinchadas y sangran fácilmente al cepillarse; reversible con buena higiene oral.
[[gum inflammation; plaque-induced gingivitis; periodontitis]]
Must resolve before taking final impressions; inflamed tissue bleeds and distorts impression margins | Pronunciation: /jin-jih-VY-tis/ | ICD-10: K05.00–K05.11 | Common Misconception: Many patients think bleeding gums are caused by brushing too hard — bleeding is caused by inflammation (gingivitis), and brushing more carefully (not less) is the correct response.
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