Symptoms of Gum Disease Some symptoms of gum disease are more obvious than others. Because the disease often progresses silently, recognizing these symptoms can help you prevent or halt its spread. At Fay Periodontal Associates, we believe patient education is the cornerstone of good oral health, especially when preventing or combating gum disease. Our in-office treatments usually involve patient education as well. Symptoms of GingivitisGingivitis is the first and most common stage of gum disease, making it the easiest to prevent and treat. However, many of the symptoms are painless and unnoticeable, meaning most people do not know they have the disease. Without the knowledge of these symptoms, the disease is likely to progress to more advanced stages. Symptoms of gingivitis include gum inflammation, dark red discoloration, and gums that tend to bleed easily during flossing. Symptoms of Early PeriodontitisWhen gingivitis progresses to early periodontitis, the initial symptoms may worsen. At this stage, the infection has also spread beyond the gum tissue to the connective ligaments and underlying bone. Symptoms of Moderate PeriodontitisWithout treatment, the disease will progress to moderate periodontitis. At this stage, the infection will lead to moderate levels of bone deterioration. Gum recession will also occur, leaving your roots exposed to more plaque and bacteria. Exposed roots can result in severe sensitivity issues with your teeth. As the gums and connective ligaments continue to deteriorate your teeth may become loose. The infection may also spread to your bloodstream and cause an inflammatory response throughout your body. Symptoms of Advanced PeriodontitisDuring the final stage of periodontal disease, advanced periodontitis, you may experience severe pain while chewing. The infection can also cause a foul taste in the mouth and extremely bad breath. At this point, your periodontal pockets are deeper than seven millimeters, and the roots of your teeth are nearly all exposed. Due to severe gum recession tooth loss is likely. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. If we diagnose you with advanced periodontitis, immediate treatment is required. In some cases, you may need surgical intervention to get your periodontal health back on track. Three Types of PeriodontitisThe three major types of periodontitis include:
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