It is #WordWednesday again! Our word of the week is Periodontitis. Periodontal disease or periodontitis is a disease that affects the structures around teeth – the gums. It is one of the two main types of gum disease (alongside gingivitis). Gums become infected with bacteria and if the infection spreads, it can cause irreparable damage to your gums and possible tooth loss. The symptoms of gum disease include bleeding and swollen gums. Regular dental checkups can help identify and prevent gum disease.
Periodontitis is a disease that affects the structures around teeth- the gums! It is one of two main types of gum diseases (along with gingivitis). It can cause irreparable damage to your gums and possible tooth loss.
