Periodontitis

Untreated gingivitis usually becomes periodontitis, a condition wherein the gums are pulling away from the teeth forming pockets that become infected with bacteria. As the plaque spreads and grows below the gum line, our body’s immune system tries to fight this infection. When the body enzymes react, this causes the supporting bones and connective tissues to break down and eventually loosens the teeth. Most of the time, the symptoms of periodontal disease go unnoticed until it reaches the advanced condition. Some visible signs of periodontal disease are: persistent bad breath, red swollen, and bleeding gums, pain when chewing, and loose and sensitive teeth.