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What is periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease is a disease that affects the gums and supporting structure of teeth. The bacteria in plaque causes periodontal disease. If not removed carefully, daily brushing and flossing, plaque hardens and turns into a hard substance called calculus porous (also known as tartar).

Toxins produced by bacteria in plaque irritate the gums. By remaining in place, toxins cause gum arising from the teeth and periodontal pockets form, which are filled with more toxins and bacteria.

As the disease progresses, the pockets stretch and plaque penetrates more and more until the bone supporting the teeth is destroyed. Eventually, the tooth will fall off or need to be extracted.

Symptoms and warning signs
Occasionally periodontal disease can progress without any symptoms or pain. During a regular dental checkup, the dentist looks for signs of periodontal disease, as yet undetected disease may be treated before it progresses.
* Gum soft, swollen or red.
* Bleeding while brushing or flossing.
* Gums that emerged from the teeth
* Loose or separated
* Pus between the gum and tooth
* Bad breath continued
* Changed the way the teeth fit together when biting
* Change in the fit of partial dentures.