“What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?”
I am a 27 year old male. I want to know what is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
3 Answers
Gingivitis is superficial inflammation of the gums without damage to the bone holding your teeth in place. It can be treated with improved oral hygiene and having your teeth cleaned. Periodontitis involves damage to the bone and is treated with deep scaling or gum surgery.
Gingivitis is inflammation in the gums without loss of attachment or bone loss. Periodontitis is, by definition, loss of attachment and/or bone. One does not necessarily lead to the other, but inflammation is not a sign of healthy gums.
In the early stage of gingivitis, bacteria in plaque build up, causing the gums to become inflamed and to easily bleed during tooth brushing. ... When gingivitis is left untreated, it can advance to periodontitis. In a person with periodontitis, the inner layer of the gum and bone pull away from the teeth and form pockets.
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