Gum (Periodontal) Disease

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is gum (periodontal) disease?
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2. What causes gum disease?
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3. What is gingivitis?
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4. What is periodontitis?
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5. Is gum disease a normal part of aging?
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6. What happens if gum disease is not treated?
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7. Can gum disease cause problems beyond the mouth?
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8. What are the risk factors for gum disease?
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9. Are there ways to prevent gum disease?
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10. If I have trouble cleaning my teeth and gums because of arthritis or a physical disability, what can I do?
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11. What are the symptoms of gum disease?
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12. How is gum disease diagnosed?
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13. What are possible treatments for gum disease?
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14. What is deep cleaning treatment?
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15. Are medications used to treat gum disease?
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16. When is surgery used to treat gum disease?
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