What Is
Pyorrhea?
Periodontitis
also called Pyorrhea is a term used to describe a group of conditions that
involves inflammation of the gums and other structures that support the teeth.
Periodontitis is caused by bacteria found in dental plaque and often, but not
always, starts as gingivitis.
In
trying to eliminate the bacterial infection, your body produces substances that
destroy the structures that hold the teeth in the jaw, including the
periodontal ligament and underlying bone. As this process continues, the teeth
become loose. Pockets form between the teeth and gums, allowing more bacteria
to accumulate. If left untreated,
periodontitis can result in tooth loss. Periodontitis usually is relatively
painless. The onset of significant pain may signal the development of an
abscess. Older adults are more likely to have periodontitis. People who smoke
are four to seven times more likely than nonsmokers to get periodontitis. Smoking may impair the body's defense against
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Shankar Tekri, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India
2014-11-27