Gum Disease (Gingivitis)
Gingivitis (gum inflammation) is a common periodontal infection that results in the swelling and bleeding of gums. We explore the causes, symptoms and good oral hygiene...
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Gum disease (Periodontitis)
Periodontitis is when gingivitis has progressed and there is now a more severe infection in the mouth. Find out how this is treated and what can be done to prevent it.
What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
Gingivitis, also known as a gum infection, is a condition that may be able to progress into periodontitis if it is left untreated...
What is the difference between periodontitis and gingivitis?
Gingivitis and periodontitis are two different conditions that share a number of similar symptoms, however, there are some differences between the two diseases...
What are the stages of periodontitis?
Gingivitis is the first stage of periodontitis, followed by periodontitis. Find out about the stages of gum disease here...
What are the symptoms of periodontitis?
Periodontitis will typically begin with gum inflammation, from here, the condition may progress and manifest through some of the following symptoms...
What are the different types of periodontitis?
As gingivitis progresses it will become periodontitis, there are a number of different types of this gum disease that are explained as follows...
What are the causes, risk factors and prevention for periodontitis?
Periodontitis is caused by a build-up of bacteria on the teeth, the condition is unable to be prevented. There are also some factors may put you at risk...
How is periodontitis diagnosed and treated?
To diagnose periodontitis, your dentist is likely to begin with a physical examination of your mouth and symptoms, he or she may also conduct a dental X-ray. The treatment will depend on the severity of the infection...
FAQ regarding gum disease
If there is anything more that you would like to know about periodontal disease, then read the section that follows...
Why do I need to have my wisdom teeth removed?
Some dentists may be quick to recommend removal, others may be more wary of the procedure, but if you want to know more about the reasoning to the procedure, read about it here...
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