What is Gum Disease?
Gum disease or Periodontal is an inflammatory
condition affecting to the tissue around the teeth. It can affect
one tooth or many teeth.
Periodontal diseases, including gingivitis and periodontitis.
Gingivitis is the mildest from of periodontal (gum) disease, is often
caused by
inadequate oral hygiene, what leads to plaque (the sticky, colorless
film that constantly forms on your teeth) build up. Bacteria in plaque
around the teeth release enzymes [collagenase] that can damage and
erode the gum tissues. People with gingivitis usually experience little
or on discomfort. The gums are red , swollen or bleed easily.
If untreated gingivitis,
the tissue and bone that support the teeth are broken down and destroyed,
called periodontitis. In periodontitis , gums separate from the teeth,
forming spaces between the teeth and gums [called periodontal pockets]
that become infected.
As the infection progresses, the bone and surrounding tissue are destroyed.
In some cased, the roots of the tooth may become exposed, it may cause
tooth sensitivity. Furthermore, pus may be produced, teeth can become
loose and may have to be removed.
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of periodontal Disease :
- gum swelling or tender
- redness or bleeding gums during brushing
- gums that have pulled away from the teeth
- gingival recession , resulting in apparent lengthening
of teeth ( may also becaused by heavy tooth brushing or
used stiff tooth brush )
- halitosis or bad breath
- pus between the teeth and gums
- a change in the way your teeth fit together when you
bite
- loose teeth , in the later stages
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of periodontal Disease :
The main cause of periodontal disease is bacteria plaque,
a sticky, colorless film that constantly forms on your
teeth, due to improper dental hygiene. However , other
facters that may contribute to gingivitis or periodontitis
include , diabetes , smoking , aging , genetic , systemic
disease and conditions , stress , poor nutrition , puberty
, hormonal fluctuations , pregnancy , substance abuse
, HIV infection , and certain medication use.