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SPECIALTIES -- Periodontal Disease
Periodontitis is a chronic inflammatory degradation of the tissue and bone supporting the teeth. If left untreated
periodontal disease will ultimately lead to tooth loss.
The most common form of periodontal disease is gingivitis which can be reversed with treatment since there has not yet been
destruction of supporting bone or tissue. The most frequent signs of gingivitis are red, swollen and bleeding gums. If gingivitis is not treated
then it likely will progress into periodontitis.
Periodontitis can be mild, moderate or advanced. Almost all periodontal disease affects adults age 35 or older but rarley some aggressive forms can
afflict juveniles and young adults. The disease is mainly caused by plaque bacteria and possibly virsues.
Fortunately, if discovered early gingivits and periodontitis can be treated before significant bone and tissue destruction occurs, usually non-surgically. Moderate
and Advanced Periodontitis is usually treated surgically which may include bone grafting or regeneration.
Periodontal Disease Progression
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