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THE  bad news is that chronic gum disease, also called chronic periodontitis, cannot be cured, although most of the symptoms may disappear for months after ...

Periodontal diseases are infections in the structures around the teeth. They’re most often caused by a combination of bacteria and dental plaque, and they should be treated quickly because they ...

Probiotics are promising adjuncts to non-surgical periodontal therapy (scaling and root planing (SRP)) for managing gingival and periodontal diseases. Probiotics are considered alternatives to ...

"This antibiotic could work to prevent or treat advanced gum disease." Gum disease affects over 47% of individuals aged 30 and older, with the prevalence increasing to 60% in those aged 65 and older.

The early form of gum disease, known as gingivitis, can be reversed. However, once it progresses to periodontitis, the damage is irreversible and can only be slowed.

Gingivitis is a mild gum infection. Without treatment, it can progress to periodontitis, which is a more serious condition that may require antibiotic treatment. Learn more here.

IN&q=gum%20disease target=_blank>gum disease. Treatment for swollen gums may include antibiotics, scaling and root planing, and osseous surgery. Laser-assisted new attachment procedure (LANAP) is a ...