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Results 1 - 1 of 1 for periodontitis
  1. Periodontitis occurs when inflammation or infection of the gums (gingivitis) occurs and is not treated. Infection and ... teeth to become loose and eventually fall out. Periodontitis is the primary cause of tooth loss in ...