Periodontics
The dental speciality of “periodontics” is concerned with the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal disease, which affects the gums and jawbone. The jawbone beneath the gums keeps teeth firmly in place while also supporting and encircling them. The function, health, and appearance of the jawbone and tissues are of significance to periodontists, who have completed several additional years of dental school.
The early stage of periodontal disease, known as gingivitis, is marked by a minor gum irritation. It should be handled very seriously because it is the main reason why adults in the developed world lose their teeth. Periodontal disease, often known as gum disease, is frequently characterized by red, swollen, painful, or bleeding gums, although it can also go undetected for long periods of time.
Periodontal disease often starts when the bacteria found in plaque infect the tissues that surround the teeth, causing them to swell and hurt. This infection will eventually cause the jawbone to shrink and the tooth to loosen.
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