Stages of Periodontal Disease
GINGIVITIS
EARLY PERIODONTITIS
Gums may begin to pull away from the teeth Bleeding, puffiness and inflammation more pronounced Bad breath, bad taste Slight loss of bone, horizontally on X-ray ~ Pockets of 3-4mm between teeth and gums in one or more areas of the mouth
MODERATE PERIODONTITIS
Gum boils or abscesses may develop ~ Teeth look longer as gums begin to recede Front teeth may begin to drift, showing spaces Bad breath, bad taste Both horizontal and angular bone loss on X-ray Pockets between teeth and gum range from 4-6mm deep
ADVANCED PERIODONTITIS
Teeth may become mobile or loose Bad breath, bad taste are constant Roots may be exposed and are sensitive to hot and cold Severe horizontal and angular bone loss on X-ray Pockets between teeth and gum now in excess
HEALTH
Gums have healthy pink color Gum line hugs teeth tightly No bleeding
Nutritional supplements have been found to aid in restoring and maintaining the health of your gums
