Periodontal diseases are a group of diseases (gingivitis and periodontitis) which affects the tooth- supporting tissues (gum and bone).
Periodontal disease is a serious chronic inflammatory disease, left untreated, can lead to tooth loss. It can affect one tooth or many teeth. Inflammation is mainly caused by bacterial plaque, a sticky, colorless film that constantly forms on teeth, but other factors affect the health of your gums :
Age
Smoking / tobacco use
Genetics
Hormonal changes (puberty, pregnancy, menopause)
Stress
Medication
Systematic diseases (cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis…)
Poor nutrition and obesity
Untreated periodontal disease can increase inflammation in the body, which may increase the risk for development of more severe health complications, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, respiratory diseases…
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