Periodontal Disease

Periodontal Disease

Swelling and infection of the tissues around your teeth is called periodontal disease. Some people have problems with their gums. Others have problems with the bones that support their teeth. You may also have trouble with both the gums and the bones. This is a common issue. Not caring for your teeth properly is the main cause of periodontal disease. Good teeth and mouth care may help prevent this problem. You may not know you have periodontal disease until you see your dentist.

Help with pain and swelling,Fight an infection

Loose teeth or loss of teeth,Bleeding gums,Ongoing bad breath,Abscess − pocket of pus,Open sores in mouth

Signs of infection. These include a fever of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher, chills, a sore that will not heal, swelling, redness, warmth around the gums; too much pain when touched; pus coming out of the gums.,Heavy bleeding of the gums,Bad breath that will not go away with brushing and flossing,Loose teeth

Dental,Gastrointestinal

Aggressive Periodontitis,Early Periodontitis,Gingival Disease,Gingivitis,Gum Disease,Gum Tissue Disease,Infected Gums,Inflamed Gums,Juvenile Periodontitis,Loose Teeth,Mobile Teeth,Moderate Periodontitis,Necrotizing Periodontal Disease,Perio Disease,Periodontitis,Pyorrhea,Trench Mouth

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