Periodontitis is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue and destroy the bone that support your teeth .periodontitis can cause teeth to loosen or lead to tooth loss.
Periodontitis is common but largely preventable .it's usually the result of poor oral hygine.Brushing at least twice a day ,flossing daily and getting regular dental checkup can greatly improve your chance of successful treatment for periodontitis and can also reduce your chance of developing it.
Symptoms :
Healthy gums are firm and pale pink and fit snuggly around teeth signs and symptoms of periodontitis can include:
Swollen or puffy gums
Bright red ,dusky red or purplish gums
Gums that feel tender when touched
Gums that bleed easily
Gums that pull away from your teeth, making your teeth look longer than normal
New spaces developing between your teeth
Pus between your teeth and gums
Bad breath
Loose teeth
Painful chewing
