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What are the Signs of Periodontal Disease (of The Gums)
What are the signs of periodontal disease (of the gums)?
If you notice any of the following signs of periodontal disease (of the gums), see your dentist immediately:
- You bleed the gums to brush;
- The gums red, swollen or sensitive
- The gums have separated from the tooth
- The persistent bad breath
- Pus between teeth and gums
- The loose teeth
- Change in the bite
- Change in the adjustment of the dentures partial
Normal Gums healthy
The gums healthy and bone anchor the teeth firmly in place
Periodontitis
If you do not removed, plaque will harden into tatar (tartar). According to the plaque and tartar continue accumulate, the gums begin to reverse (separate) of the teeth, and formed bags between your teeth and gums.
Advanced Periodontitis
The gums recede more, destroying more bone and periodontal ligament. The teeth—up healthy teeth—can loosen and may have to remove.
Infected gums
Periodontal disease releases toxins into the blood that can lead to serious health risks to develop heart disease, premature childbirth, increasing the risk of stroke, tongue cancer, among others.
Healthy gums are the foundation for teeth, as the foundation of a house. Healthy gums provide the support needed to make your teeth work as intended. However, recent research has identified a link between gum disease and other health problems.
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums, causing red, swollen gums that are painful and bleed easily. Gingivitis is the first stage, only affects the gums and is even reversible. If left untreated can lead to more severe conditions.
Periodontitis is a more advanced stage. The gums, bone and other structures that support the teeth are damaged. This painless disease affects gums and bone support around teeth causing mobility and loss. Read the rest of this entry »
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