Advanced Periodontitis: in this final stage of gum disease, the fibers and bone supporting your teeth are destroyed, which can cause your teeth to shift or loosen. This can affect your bite and, if aggressive treatment can't save them, teeth may need to be removed. How do I Know if I...
There are three main stages of gum disease: The stages of gum disease are progressive and can result in eventual tooth loss if left untreated. The earlier that this disease is identified and treated, the better your chances are to keep your teeth for the rest of your life. Schedule your...
Stage IV: Advanced Periodontal Disease Types of Gum Disease Options for Gum Disease Treatment at Each Stage+ 1. Treatment for Gingivitis 2. Treatment for Slight to Moderate Periodontal Disease 3. Treatment for Advanced Periodontal Disease Causes and Risk Factors of Gum Disease+ ...
Stages of Gum(Periodontal) Disease Stage 1: Gingivitis— inflammation of the gingiva (gums) without bone loss. Stage 2: Early Periodontitis— inflammation of the gingiva (gums) and the surrounding tissues that results in early bone loss. Stage 3: Moderate Periodontitis— inflammation of the ...
The Stages of Gum Disease Gum disease is not only a disease of gums, it is an inflammation and/or infection of the dental tissues that can affect teeth and, in severe cases, even the bone that holds your teeth in their sockets. Medically, or clinically known, as periodontal disease, the...
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Periodontitis is the second stage of gum disease in which bones that hold your teeth starts getting damaged. Read how to prevent your gums from reaching this stage at Colgate.
What is Gum Disease? Well, gum disease is also widely known as periodontal disease. It is caused when there’s a build-up of plaque (the sugars and bacteria that stick to your teeth). Gums tend to become infected and inflamed if plaque isn’t thoroughly cleaned during daily dental routine...
Gum disease is an inflammation of the gums that can progress to affect the bone that supports your teeth.
Gum disease is also known as periodontal disease and is common in adults. This problem is caused by the buildup of plaque (the bacteria and sugars that stick to your teeth). When plaque isn’t cleaned thoroughly during your dental routine, it can cause your gums to become infected and inf...