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• What You Need to Know About Periodontal Disease
• How did I get Periodontal Disease?
• Types of Periodontal Disease
• Links to Other Health Problems
• How Periodontal Disease is Treated

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Types of Periodontal Disease

Gingivitis

Gingivitis is the mildest form of periodontal disease. It causes the gums to become red, swollen, and bleed easily. There is usually little or no discomfort at this stage. Gingivitis is reversible with professional treatment and good at home oral care.

Mild Periodontitis

If gingivitis is left untreated, it can advance to periodontitis. In the mild stage, periodontal diseases begin to destroy the bone and tissue that support the teeth.

Moderate to Advanced Periodontitis

Moderate to advanced periodontitis develops if earlier forms of the disease like gingivitis and mild periodontitis are left untreated. This is the most advanced form of the disease in which extensive bone and tissue loss occurs.

Juvenile Periodontitis

Localized Juvenile Periodontitis (L.J.P.) occurs in adolescents and is characterized by the rapid loss of bone around permanent teeth. Ironically, youngsters with L.J.P. form very little dental plaque or tartar.

Generalized juvenile periodontitis is often considered a disease of young adults, although it can begin around puberty. It is characterized by marked inflammation and heavy accumulations of plaque and calculus. Pockets can form around the affected teeth, filling with infection. If not treated early, infection can lead to bone loss which may cause the teeth to become loose.

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