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| Here we see the side view of healthy gums. There is sufficient attached gingival and there is no recession or inflammation. |
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If the teeth are not kept properly clean, then there may be formation of ‘calculus’. This is a hard substance sometimes called dental stone which is irritating to both the soft (gums) and hard (bone) tissues. |
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| In response the gums may recede or inflame. The bone will try to move away from the calculus and therefore recede. This in turn will create deeper pocketing and less bone support of the teeth. If not cleaned, the calculus will continue to accumulate and come closer to the bone. |
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The bone in turn recedes more and there is even more bone loss and increased pocketing. The calculus again accumulates and continues the vicious cycle of periodontal disease. |
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| Left untreated
this results in bad breath, bleeding, red
puffy gums and mobile teeth. |
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