Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Gingivitis and periodontitis are forms of gum disease. Gingivitis is the mildest type of gum disease, causing gum inflammation. If left untreated, gingivitis can ...

Scaling and root planing treats gum disease by removing plaque and smoothing roots. Learn what to expect before, during, and ...

Unlike gingivitis, periodontitis causes irreversible damage that can ultimately lead to tooth loss if left untreated. 6 critical symptoms distinguishing the conditions.

Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease, if left untreated leads to the advanced form of gum disease, called periodontitis. Written by: Varun Verma; Updated at: Jan 23, 2023 17:40 IST.

Is gum disease curable? Good news: The answer in most cases is yes! “In its early stage, gingivitis is completely reversible and good oral hygiene is the key,” says Dr. Yang, who adds that a ...

Bleeding or swollen gums? Understand gum disease symptoms and prevention. Get insights from Arcadia, CA periodontists to ...

Everyone is susceptible to gum disease, but some may be a greater risk. According to several NHANES studies, individuals over the age of 65 have a greater severity of gum disease. Hispanic populations ...

Research shows that COVID-19 patients with gum disease are more likely to have a severe case of coronavirus. Here’s how the two are connected, per a dentist.