Stage 1: Healthy Gums |
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Healthy Gums
Healthy gums are firm and pink.
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Stage 2: Gingivitis |
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Gingivitis
This is the earlist stage of gum disease.
The gums are red, swollen and bleed easily.
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Stage 3: Periodontitis |
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Periodontitis
Mild Periodontitis:
The gums begin to separate from the teeth,
forming pockets which fill with plaque.
Moderate Periodontitis:
Deeper pockets form as more bone and tissue are lost.
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Stage 4: Severe Periodontitis |
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Severe Periodontitis
Teeth may become loose because a large
amount
of
bone and tissue have been lost.
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