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Results 1 - 10 of 11 for periodontitis
  1. Periodontitis 
    Periodontitis is inflammation and infection of the ligaments and bones that support the teeth. ... Periodontitis occurs when inflammation or infection of the gums ( gingivitis ) occurs and is not treated. Infection and ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001059.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Periodontitis (image) 
    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 ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19942.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Gingivitis 
    ... gums to determine if you have gingivitis or Periodontitis. Periodontitis is an advanced form of gingivitis that involves ... These complications can occur: Gingivitis returns Periodontitis Infection or abscess of the gums or the jaw bones Trench mouth Recession
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001056.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Dental care - adult 
    ... tooth decay (caries) and gum disease (gingivitis or periodontitis) . You should also teach your children how to ... teeth. Gingivitis is swollen, inflamed, and bleeding gums, Periodontitis is the destruction of the ligaments and bone ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001957.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Aging changes in teeth and gums 
    ... inflame the gums. Severe gum disease is called periodontitis . It can lead to loss of teeth. Certain ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000951.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Dental cavities 
    ... tartar irritate the gums, resulting in gingivitis and periodontitis . Plaque begins to build up on teeth within ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001055.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Trench mouth 
    ... Weight loss Loss of teeth Pain Gum infection ( periodontitis ) Spread of infection
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001044.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Malocclusion of teeth 
    ... of tooth decay and periodontal diseases ( gingivitis or periodontitis ). Eliminate strain on the teeth, jaws, and muscles. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001058.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Ehlers-Danlos syndrome 
    ... not close tightly ( mitral valve prolapse ) Gum infection ( periodontitis ) Rupture of intestines, uterus, or eyeball (seen only ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001468.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Bleeding gums 
    ... of gum and jaw bone disease known as periodontitis . Other causes of bleeding gums include: Any bleeding ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003062.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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