Periodontitis — Pocketing And Bleeding On Probing

Periodontitis — Pocketing And Bleeding On Probing
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Bruxism
Bruxism is clenching or grinding your teeth, often without being aware that your are doing it. In the United States, bruxism affects an estimated 30 to 40 million children and adults. -
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Periodontitis
Early-stage periodontal disease (gingivitis) is seldom painful and causes relatively minor signs, such as red, swollen and bleeding gums. But untreated gingivitis can progress to periodontitis, a serious infection that destroys the soft tissue and bone that support your teeth, and eventually may cause tooth loss. -
Plaque & Gingivitis
Plaque & Gingivitis
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