by Cawthra Dental | Aug 25, 2026 | mississauga dentist
Swollen gums are a common dental concern, but you shouldn’t ignore them. Healthy gums should generally feel firm and fit closely around the teeth. When gums become puffy, enlarged, red, tender, or painful, it can signal irritation or inflammation. Identifying...
by Cawthra Dental | Jul 30, 2024 | mississauga dentist
Gingivitis or gum disease is a common dental issue that affects the gums. It’s the mildest form of gum disease and, when left untreated, leads to more severe oral health issues. However, there’s good news because gingivitis is reversible with proper care...
by Cawthra Dental | Nov 27, 2018 | dentist
What Is Pregnancy Gingivitis?Pregnancy gingivitis is a subsection of gingivitis that is caused by hormonal changes during pregnancy. Because of the changes in hormones (I.e. increase in estrogen and progesterone), there may be an increased response to the accumulation...
by Cawthra Dental | Aug 30, 2018 | dentist
We all know that gum disease or gingivitis is responsible for most causes of bleeding gums. Specifically, the harmful bacteria that resides on teeth and under the gums. Maintaining your oral health through regular brushing and flossing works most of the times....
