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Gingivostomatitis - Overview

Definition of Gingivostomatitis:

Gingivostomatitis is a viral or bacterial infection of the mouth and gums that leads to swelling and sores.

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

Gingivostomatitis is common, particularly among children. It may occur after infection with the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which also causes cold sores. See: Herpetic stomatitis

The condition may also occur after infection with a coxsackie virus. See: herpangina

It may occur in people with poor oral hygiene.

  • Reviewed last on: 3/3/2009
  • James L. Demetroulakos, MD, FACS, Department of Otolaryngology, North Shore Medical Center, Salem, MA. Clinical Instructor in Otology and Laryngology, Harvard Medical School. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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