What Is Gum Disease?
4. Periodontitis
The next stage of gum disease is periodontitis and, as mentioned, this can be somewhat more serious than gingivitis is. This affects not only the gums but also the tissues that help to keep the teeth in place. Periodontitis itself can be broken down into 3 main categories: Early periodontal disease, moderate periodontal disease, and advanced periodontal disease.
Early periodontal disease is again a fairly common condition, although it is at this stage that many people start taking notice and taking action. It is during moderate periodontitis that many patients begin to experience pain, often prompting them to take immediate action.
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