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Bookmark or Share- Periodontal Disease | Oral Health Conditions | Division of Oral Health ...Reference. What is periodontal disease? Periodontal diseases are mainly the result of infections and inflammation of the gums and bone that surround and support the teeth. In its early stage, called gingivitis, the gums can become swollen and red, and they may bleed.
- Periodontitis | American Dental Association - ADAPeriodontitis | American Dental Association. Key Points. Roughly 42 percent of all dentate U.S. adults 30 years of age or older have periodontitis. Attachment and bone loss associated with periodontal disease are results of the body’s immune response to plaque biofilm and its metabolic byproducts.
- Periodontitis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo ClinicA periodontist is a dentist who specializes in gum disease. A dental hygienist may work with your dentist or periodontist as part of your treatment plan. The goal of treatment is to thoroughly clean the pockets around teeth and prevent damage to surrounding gum tissue and bone.
- Gum Disease Information - American Academy of PeriodontologyLoose or separating teeth. Pus between your gums and teeth. Sores in your mouth. Persistent bad breath. A change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite. A change in the fit of partial dentures. Gum Disease Types. Gingivitis is the mildest form of periodontal disease. It causes the gums to become red, swollen, and bleed easily.
- What is a Periodontist? Definition & Types of PeriodonticsPeriodontics is the branch of dentistry that focuses on the health of your gums and jawbone — the tissues that support your teeth. A gum specialist is called a periodontist. After going to a four-year dental school, they receive three additional years of focused training in periodontics. What is periodontics? Periodontics is a dental specialty.
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