{"id":260,"date":"2022-07-06T04:19:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-06T04:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/?p=260"},"modified":"2022-11-06T04:21:54","modified_gmt":"2022-11-06T04:21:54","slug":"how-long-to-heal-gingivitis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/06\/how-long-to-heal-gingivitis\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does It Take for Gingivitis to Heal?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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According to one estimate, roughly half of U.S. adults have some form of gum disease. Many of them have gingivitis, a mild infection of the gum tissue that causes inflammation and minor bleeding. The good news is that gingivitis is usually reversible via diligent at-home oral hygiene. How can you help your gums to heal, and how long will it be before you notice improvements? Let\u2019s discuss the answers to these important questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Start with Your Dentist\u2019s Guidance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your gums tend to bleed easily when you brush, one of the first things you should do is visit your dentist. They can let you know whether you have gingivitis or periodontitis (the advanced form of gum disease). Their team can also thoroughly clean your teeth and give you personalized advice for at-home care. Additionally, your dentist may make product recommendations or even write you a prescription for a toothpaste or mouthwash that could help your gums to heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have periodontitis, you may need more than some adjustments to your oral hygiene routine. If that is true in your case, your dentist will discuss your recommended periodontal therapy<\/a> treatment plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Will It Be Before You Notice Improvements?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Remember that each individual is different. Some people notice improvements in their gum health within a week or two of adjusting their oral hygiene routine. If you do not see any improvements, or your gum health seems to be declining, you should contact your dentist for further assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral Hygiene Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are some best practices for promoting gum health via at-home oral hygiene:<\/p>\n\n\n\n