Gingivitis
Gum disease can be separated into two categories: gingivitis and periodontitis. The main cause of gum disease is plaque, which is a sticky film of bacteria that continuously forms on the teeth and under the gum line. The signs of gingivitis are red or swollen gums that may be tender to the touch or gums that bleed easily when brushing or using other dental products.
By following a comprehensive home care routine, gingivitis can be prevented or reversed. Adding a Waterpik® dental water jet oral irrigator to your daily routine is one of the fastest and most effective ways available to healthier gums. Invented by a dentist, Waterpik® dental water jets have been clinically shown to have the best combination of pulsation and pressure to clean where brushing and flossing can't reach. The most destructive bacteria hide deep below the gum line. The Waterpik® dental water jet can reach between the teeth and below the gumline to remove the bad bacteria and help keep the gums healthy.
