The Stages Of Gum Disease

The American Dental Association says that over 75-80% of all adults, even in the Palm Beach area, have or will have some form of gum disease. Gum disease, or more correctly called "periodontal disease", is a bacterial infection in the gums and supporting structures of the teeth.

It can be divided into several categories. The first stage is called "gingivitis" and is characterized by gum tissue that is red, puffy, and bleeds easily when touched with a toothbrush, floss or dental instrument. The second, third, and fourth stages are initial, moderate, and advanced "periodontal disease", respectively. 

These stages are different from gingivitis because the infection has destroyed the bone supporting the teeth, causing eventual tooth loss. 

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