Signs and symptoms of periodontal disease
Bleeding gums ~ Gums should never bleed, even when you brush vigorously or use dental floss.
Loose teeth ~ Also caused by bone loss or weakened periodontal fibers (fibers that support the tooth to the bone).
New spacing between teeth ~ Caused by bone loss.
Persistent bad breath ~ Caused by bacteria in the mouth.
Pus around the teeth and gums ~ Sign that there is an infection present.
Receding gums ~ Loss of gum around a tooth.
Red and puffy gums ~ Gums should never be red or swollen.
Tenderness or discomfort ~ Plaque, calculus, and bacteria irritates the gums and teeth.
Loose teeth ~ Also caused by bone loss or weakened periodontal fibers (fibers that support the tooth to the bone).
New spacing between teeth ~ Caused by bone loss.
Persistent bad breath ~ Caused by bacteria in the mouth.
Pus around the teeth and gums ~ Sign that there is an infection present.
Receding gums ~ Loss of gum around a tooth.
Red and puffy gums ~ Gums should never be red or swollen.
Tenderness or discomfort ~ Plaque, calculus, and bacteria irritates the gums and teeth.
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