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Periodontal Disease Definition
Common names:
  • Gum Disease
  • Periodontal Disease
  • Receding Gums
A person with periodontal disease has inflammation of the ligaments and bones that support the teeth. Periodontal disease may result from gingivitis or dental caries. Images

Severe periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss. About 90 percent of the people in the US have some degree of periodontal disease.
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Last Updated: Aug 10, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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