Gums
human mouth anatomy
The gums are the mucosal tissue that lies over the mandible and maxilla. They are also called gingiva. They surround the teeth and provide a seal around them.
| Gums | |
|---|---|
 Cross-section of a tooth with gums labeled | |
| Details | |
| Identifiers | |
| Latin | Gingiva |
| MeSH | D005881 |
| TA | A05.1.01.108 A03.1.03.003 A03.1.03.004 |
| FMA | 59762 |
| Anatomical terminology | |
About of healthy gums change
Color change
Healthy gums are usually "coral pink." Other colors like red, white, and blue can mean there is a problem. Red gums mean that the patient has gingivitis, or the inflammation of the gum.
Shape change
Healthy gums fill and fit each space between teeth.
Texture change
Healthy gums are firm and do not move very much.
Reaction to disturbance change
Healthy gums usually have no reaction to normal disturbance such as brushing.
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Other websites change
- Periodontal disease Archived 2007-08-13 at the Wayback Machine