| Gum, also called gingiva, plural gingivae, in anatomy, connective tissue covered with mucous membrane, attached to and surrounding the necks of the teeth and adjacent alveolar bone. |
| Bacteria from this reservoir of infection in the mouth readily enter the blood through the inflamed gingivae and may spread to other organs, commonly the heart and kidneys. |
| Upper and lower model with 6 removable teeth and gum showing the under gingivae maxillary rougae. |
| Simply remove your denture and with a soft-bristle brush clean and massage the gingivae and surrounding tissues. |
| This will prevent inflammation of the gingivae, increase tissue circulation and prevent bad breath. |
