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The different stages of periodontal diseases
Posted on 10/31/2023 by Giri Palani
Periodontal diseases occur in two stages. The first stage is often the mild stage which is referred to as gingivitis. This stage often signifies the onset of the disease and is accompanied by different signs and symptoms as mentioned below.

Gingivitis


This is often the most common stage and the mildest stage. Well, lucky for your gingivitis can be cured and reversed when at this stage, therefore, the sooner it is diagnosed, the better. Gingivitis if left untreated turns into periodontitis.

Periodontitis


This is the advanced stage of gingivitis. It is broken down into four stages:

Periodontitis Stage 1: Initial


This stage occurs if gingivitis is left untreated. This is where inflammation of the gums becomes destructive.

Periodontitis Stage 2: Moderate periodontitis


As periodontitis progresses, you might lose more aesthetic shape around your teeth. It happens as bone loss due to the erosion of ligaments and soft tissues by the bacteria. The build-up of bacteria comes along with such defects and this is where the gums tend to become soft and separate from the tooth surface.

Periodontitis Stage 3: Severe with tooth loss potential


When it is left untreated, it becomes hard to bear with and worsens. The bone loss continues and the teeth might eventually fall out. This is because nothing is left holding them in place. At this stage, the bacterial builds up causing pus and infection on the gum line leading to bad breath, also known as halitosis.

Periodontitis Stage 4: Advanced periodontitis


This is the fourth and last stage. At this point, the bacteria are aggressive and bone loss continues. The gum recession is more advanced and serious at this stage. The teeth become more sensitive to extreme temperatures, bad breath continues and loss of teeth is more frequent.

The above stages can cause detrimental harm to your teeth. However, do not let it get to that point. Take a step by reaching out to us today.
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Since graduating from Marquette University School of Dentistry and completing a residency with Cedars-Sinai Hospital, during which he served as chief resident in the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at UCLA, Dr. Giri Palani, DDS, FICOI has led the way in cosmetic and implant dentistry. Featuring cutting-edge technology, his Palani Center for Dental Implants has created not only healthier smiles but healthier lives, as well.

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