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Overview
Periodontal disease
may progress painlessly, producing few obvious signs, even in the late stages
of the disease. Although the symptoms of periodontal disease often are subtle,
the condition is not entirely without warning signs. Certain
symptoms may point to some form of the disease. They include: *)
Gums that bleed during and after tooth brushing *)
Red, swollen, or tender gums *) Persistent
bad breath or bad taste in the mouth *)
Receding gums *) Formation of deep
pockets between teeth and gums *)
Loose or shifting teeth *) Changes
in the way teeth fit together upon biting down, or in the fit of partial dentures. <<backS |