Gum Surgery

What Is Gum Disease?

Gingivitis is actually very common in adults. It is the mildest form of gum disease and involves slight inflammation of the supporting tissues surrounding the teeth. In mild cases of gingivitis, most people are completely unaware they have it. However, if gingivitis is left untreated, it can rapidly progress to more advanced stages of periodontal disease, causing many other problems in the mouth. In this case, treating advanced gum disease can become more complicated.

Healthy gums hug the teeth tightly to protect the roots and the nerves from being exposed. Advanced gum disease weakens and destroys this gum tissue, leaving the roots and nerves vulnerable. In addition, diseased gum tissue does not provide enough support for the teeth. This is why advanced stages of gingivitis can sometimes result in loose teeth or the complete loss of a tooth/teeth.