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Ive heard of gum disease, gingivitis and periodontal disease. What are they?

April 26, 2017Gingivitis gum disease heard periodontal disease

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Ive heard of gum disease, gingivitis and periodontal disease. What are they?

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A. All 3 terms describe various stages of infection and breakdown of the tissues that support and hold the teeth in your jaw. Gingivitis is inflammation of the gum tissue around the surface of the tooth.