Gingivitis (inflammation of the gum tissue) is a non-destructive periodontal disease. The most common form of gingivitis and the most common form of periodontal disease overall is in response to bacterial biofilms (also called plaque) adherent to tooth surfaces termed plaque-induced gingivitis.
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