What is
Periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease is the disease of the tooth supporting tissue.
The main cause of periodontal disease (gum disease) is bacterial plaque.
If periodontal disease is left untreated it could damage the gum and the
bone that supports your teeth; this can lead to premature tooth loss and gum
recession and other complications.
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, the following are the
factors that contribute to gum problems:
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Poor Oral
Hygiene
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Smoking
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Diabetes
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Genetics
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Stress
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Some Medications
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Teeth grinding
There have also been
some new evidence that shows relations between heart disease and gum
problems. Also pregnancy complications have been linked to the existence of
gum infection.