Case # 3
24 Year Old Female presented with Gingivitis. Patient is a non smoker, MHx- No allergies, no systemic conditions, not taking Medications.
OHI: Patient does not brush twice a day, never flosses and does not use any Mouth Rinse. Does not get regular Prophy every six months. States she has not time.
Recommended: Electronic Tooth brush ( Oral-b or Sonicare ), Increase flossing habit & use Mouth wash twice a day ( Listerine ). 3 Month Trophy Until patient is back to good oral Health.
Whats is Gingivitis ?
Gingivitis is a form of disease that causes inflamed gums.
Inflammation is caused by bacterial growth in the mouth around the tooth and gum line.
Gingivitis is is quite common. An estimated 3 out of 4 people have gingivitis.
Treatment:
-Professional dental cleaning.
-floss, brush and mouth Rinse twice a day.
