Gingivitis 101: Understanding the Basics of Gum Inflammation
ConditionsYour mouth is a battleground. Every day, a microscopic war rages between the good guys and the bad guys.
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ConditionsPeriodontitis is an advanced form of gum disease that is caused by a bacterial infection of the soft tissues surrounding the teeth. It can affect anyone with poor oral hygiene who fails to brush and floss regularly and can lead to tooth loss if left untreated. Periodontitis affects more than 47 percent of U.S. adults over the age of 30, and 70 percent of adults aged 65 and older.
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