GUIDE ON PERIODONTAL DISEASE SYMPTOMS What Is Periodontitis? Periodontitis is a gum infection that damages the soft tissue of the gum. The gum disease results from poor oral care.
Symptoms Of Periodontitis Symptoms of periodontitis are red swollen gums, gums that easily bleed, bad breath or taste, loose teeth, etc.
Risk Factors Of Periodontitis Chewing tobacco or smoking cigarettes, diabetes mellitus, crooked teeth, etc are the risk factors of periodontitis.
Can Periodontitis Lead To Complications? Periodontitis increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.
Treatment Of Periodontitis Root planning, scaling, use of oral and topical (mouthwash and insertion gel) antibiotics are the treatment for periodontitis.
Prevention of Periodontitis Eat a balanced diet, stop smoking, reduce stress, and regular dental care helps to prevent periodontitis