Dental Terminology

Periodontitis:

Periodontitis, a loosening of the teeth, is a common disease, affecting more than 10% of the world's population. The disease is an infection which destroys the structures that hold the teeth in the jaw.

Periodontitis is caused by bacteria that accumulate in the space where the gum and the teethmeet. If these bacteria are not kept under control by brushing the teeth on a regular basis, they form a hard uneven surface called calculus. Bacteria resinding next to the gum causes the gum - also called the gingiva - to become red, swollen and bleed easily. If the bacteria is not kept in check and inflammation is allowed to continue for some time, the fibers that attach and anchor the teeth become loose and one or more may be lost.

Periodontitis: Periodontitis, a loosening of the teeth, is a common disease, affecting more than 10% of the world's population. The disease is an infection which destroys the structures that hold the teeth in the jaw. Periodontitis is caused by bacteria that accumulate in the space where the gum and the teethmeet. If these bacteria are not kept under control by brushing the teeth on a regular basis, they form a hard uneven surface called calculus. Bacteria resinding next to the gum causes the gum - also called the gingiva - to become red, swollen and bleed easily. If the bacteria is not kept in check and inflammation is allowed to continue for some time, the fibers that attach and anchor the teeth become loose and one or more may be lost.
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