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… Condition Basics What is gum disease? Gum disease is an infection of the … and support the teeth. It is also called periodontal disease. There are two types of gum … and support the teeth. It is also called periodontal disease. There are two types of gum …
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… Overview You may need surgery for severe gum disease ( periodontitis ) if it cannot be cured … tooth and repairs bone damage caused by gum disease . A gum specialist (periodontist) or an … flap procedure is necessary when severe gum disease (periodontitis) has damaged the bones …
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… Overview You may need surgery for severe gum disease ( periodontitis ) if it cannot be cured … . Gingivectomy is usually done before gum disease has damaged the bone supporting your … a gingivectomy is likely to help stop gum disease. Your gums should become pink and …
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… This is called "pregnancy gingivitis" or gum disease Gingivitis can lead to more serious periodontal (gum and bone) disease. This can … Research shows there may be a link between periodontal disease and having a pre-term or …
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… . Diseases, such as diabetes . Nerve-related disease, such as trigeminal neuralgia . Alcohol … prevent bleeding gums. Gingivitis is a gum disease that causes red, swollen gums that … people delay treatment. If not treated, gum disease can cause more serious problems with …
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… care: Prevents tooth decay . Prevents gum (periodontal) disease . Gum disease can damage gum tissue and … care: Prevents tooth decay . Prevents gum (periodontal) disease . Gum disease can damage …
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… dental problems (such as cavities), and gum disease. Bad breath can also be caused by … problems, such as cavities. Gum disease (periodontal disease), which may cause a … problems, such as cavities. Gum disease (periodontal disease), which may cause a …
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… are high, there's a greater risk for: Gum (periodontal) disease. Tooth decay. Fungal infections in the … are high, there's a greater risk for: Gum (periodontal) disease. Tooth decay. Fungal …
