Gingivitis catarrhalisK05.1

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

gingivitis simplex; marginal gigivitis; Marginal gingivitis

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Gingivitis with swelling, redness, vulnerability of the gums.

EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.

Lack of chewing activity, nicotine abuse, often over wisdom teeth that have not yet broken through; lack of dental hygiene;

External therapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Rinse with antiseptic and anti-inflammatory solutions such as 0.1-0.2% chlorhexidine solutions (e.g. Cidegol C Lsg., R045 ) or chamomile, sage, myrrh or other plant extracts (e.g. Gingivitol, Kamillosan, Salus Sage-Trp.), Tormentill Astringens R255. Consistent hygiene of the mouth: Tooth brushing with an interdental toothbrush twice a day and correct tooth brushing technique, toothpaste with amino fluoride/tin fluoride or sanguinaria extract, use of dental floss for mechanical interdental cleaning (caution in the inflammatory area), occasional chewing of a xylitol gum.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020