Periodontitis: The Wrecking Course Of Gum Disease
When periodontitis (latter stage of gum disease) occurs, the spaces between gum and tooth increase forming pockets and infection spreads to bone. The most common causes are plaque and tartar building up under the gum line causing ligament break down, gums pull away from the teeth. Symptoms may include bright red gums that bleed easily or shrink back (recede). During advanced periodontitis, the infection increases because of the bacteria that become more active as they increase in number. There are more swelling gums, bone loss and teeth may loosen. Pockets are deepen and may fill with pus. Your teeth may feel sensitive to hot or cold and feel pain when brushing. As bone loss continues, the teeth may loose so much support that they fall out. It is important to visit a dentist or hygienist routinely to be able to treat at the early stages of periodontal disease.