Infections of the gum and bone that hold the teeth in place. They are commonly called gum diseases. Dental scientists have found that about a half dozen of the nearly 300 germs found in the mouth can cause gum diseases. You can prevent them by removing dental plaque.
Dental plaque is hard to see unless it's stained.
Ask your dentist or dental hygienist if your plaque removal techniques are o.k. If plaque is not removed, you may develop gingivitis, a condition that can be the first step toward the breakdown of your gums and bone that hold teeth in place. Possible Tooth Loss Gingivitis is an infection of the gums. As a result of the infection, the gums become red, inflamed and can bleed during brushing. It is a mild form of gum disease that does not include any loss of the bone and tissue that hold teeth in place.