Difference Between Periodontal Disease And Gum Disease?

jonevill


Joined: 29/12/2011
Posts: 1

Message Posted:
29/12/2011 17:34

Hi everyone

Tell me the difference between Periodontal Disease And Gum Disease?

michelle3012


Joined: 07/11/2008
Posts: 578

Message Posted:
29/12/2011 18:06

Its the same thing.....



Gingivitis (gum inflammation) usually precedes periodontitis (gum disease). However, it is important to know that not all gingivitis progresses to periodontitis.



In the early stage of gingivitis, bacteria in plaque build up, causes the gums to become inflamed (red and swollen) and often easily bleed during tooth brushing. Although the gums may be irritated, the teeth are still firmly planted in their sockets. No irreversible bone or other tissue damage has occurred at this stage.



When gingivitis is left untreated, it can advance to periodontitis. In a person with periodontitis, the inner layer of the gum and bone pull away from the teeth and form pockets. These small spaces between teeth and gums collect debris and can become infected. The body's immune system fights the bacteria as the plaque spreads and grows below the gum line.

michelle3012


Joined: 07/11/2008
Posts: 578

Message Posted:
29/12/2011 18:06

con't



Toxins or poisons -- produced by the bacteria in plaque as well as the body's "good" enzymes involved in fighting infections -- start to break down the bone and connective tissue that hold teeth in place. As the disease progresses, the pockets deepen and more gum tissue and bone are destroyed. When this happens, teeth are no longer anchored in place, they become loose and tooth loss occurs. Gum disease, in fact, is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.



Hope that answers your question.

annie


Joined: 30/05/2007
Posts: 208

Message Posted:
29/12/2011 21:12

Took the words right out of my mouth Michelle.



Strange though that this question was posted by a dentist!!!

AlsancakJack



Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 5762

Message Posted:
29/12/2011 22:06

Erm unfortunately the original post is a precursor to spamming this board.

Why would a dentist in the USA want to post on this board?

annie


Joined: 30/05/2007
Posts: 208

Message Posted:
29/12/2011 23:59

Gathered that AJ when I saw his profile

michelle3012


Joined: 07/11/2008
Posts: 578

Message Posted:
30/12/2011 02:05

Oh Dear I have been had!! LOL.......what an idiot!? Each to their own!

annie


Joined: 30/05/2007
Posts: 208

Message Posted:
30/12/2011 09:40

I thought you did a brilliant reply if he was looking to drag in people you stopped him in his tracks if I had not looked at his profile I would have thought he had a genuine inquiry as well

Annie

carian


Joined: 13/03/2009
Posts: 336

Message Posted:
30/12/2011 09:58

Totally agree with message 8, I found Michelle's reply brilliant especially as I've been having problems with my gums recently. Well done, Michelle he's not come back on after your reply.

deputydawg


Joined: 30/03/2010
Posts: 1727

Message Posted:
30/12/2011 10:22

Just laugh it off. Gnashing of teeth will not help. Perhaps he is bored and has few clients as not many want their teeth removed by a "yank" !

michelle3012


Joined: 07/11/2008
Posts: 578

Message Posted:
30/12/2011 17:22

Deputydawg



You put a smile on my face....nice reply!