Gums

Gums
Cross-section of a tooth with gums labeled
Details
Identifiers
Latingingiva
MeSHD005881
TA98A05.1.01.108
A03.1.03.003
A03.1.03.004
TA22790
FMA59762
Anatomical terminology

The gums or gingiva (pl.: gingivae) consist of the mucosal tissue that lies over the mandible and maxilla inside the mouth. Gum health and disease can have an effect on general health.[1]