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What is that disease that is on your gum?

Updated: 8/18/2019
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No one can tell you without an examination. See your dentist and she will tell you if you need to (1.) see a periodontist (gum doctor), (2.) treat yourself with the general dentist's and/or dental hygienist's help, or (3.) see a medical doctor for a condition that needs medical treatment.

A very common disorder of the gums is called gingivitis, which means inflammation of the gums. It is often caused by ineffective dental hygiene practices, but can have other causes. It may require antibiotics for a bacterial infection. Your dentist should be consulted, regardless of what the disease or condition is, for proper diagnosis and treatment or other recommendations.

For more information about periodontal (gum) diseases, see the related question section for "What is periodontal gum disease?"

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