Question 1

can i die from periodontal disease?

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Unlikely: Very unlikely to die from periodontal disease if it is appropriately treated. Rare instances, in case you have certain underlying heart disease or immunosuppressed conditions, you may develop an overwhelming infection.

Question 2

can i have preterm birth and my baby can die from periodontal disease?

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Absolutely not!: Periodontal disease is not associated with prematurity.  Preterm infants have no dentition to be plagued with periodontal problems.

Question 3

what is periodontal disease?

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Gum disease/Pyorrhea: Periodontal disease is a disease of the gums and the jaw bone. It is the most common cause of adult tooth loss. It is never cured, only controlled. Bacteria in the spaces between the teeth and gums are the cause. Control is achieved ultimately by controlling the bacteria.

Question 4

how to sca;e periodontal disease?

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What's the question?: I'm not sure what your question is.  If you are asking how you scale for periodontal disease then i would recommend you see a dentist because you can't scale it yourself.

Question 5

how is periodontal disease treated?

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There are multiple: There are multiple treatment options depending on the severity of the disease and the local anatomy. Periodontal disease is a disease where the bone supporting the teeth is lost. So for example it can be lost with accompanying gum recession-no pockets no surgical intervention or without gum recession and pocket-therefore surgical intervention.  See a periodontist. Dhschneid@gmail.Com 4 a referral.

Question 6

how can i cure periodontal disease?

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You can't : There is no cure for periodontal disease
there is elimination of periodontal disease
the periodontist can eliminate the disease thru treatment and you can eliminate its return by good oral hygiene and regular professional cleanings
but you can't sterilize the mouth, plaque will still form and your bacteria will still give off its acid waste products to attack your gums. Good oral hygiene please!

Question 7

what makes periodontal disease chronic?

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Altered Anatomy: Periodontal disease is characterized by bone loss around teeth with pocketting around the teeth greater than 3 mm.  If the pocketting is not reduced the disease-causing bacteria in the pocket will recolonized and reactivate the disease.

Question 8

what is the cause of periodontal disease?

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Periodontal disease: Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums and bone surrounding the teeth. It is caused by chronic poor oral hygiene...improper and incomplete brushing and flossing, plus not having regular visits to the dentist.
Periodontal disease will continue to get worse if not treated, leading to loss of teeth, and possible increases in systemic inflammation.

Question 9

what to do if i have periodontal disease?

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See periodontist: A periodontist is a dental specialist specifically trained to treat and manage periodontal disease. Don't delay... Failure to treat can result in the loss of your teeth.

Question 10

what's life cycle of periodontal disease?

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Periodontal disease: Periodontal disease is an infection. It will not go away on it's own.  It needs to be treated by a dentist.

Once treated, it can re-occur if proper oral hygiene is not maintained.

There also needs to be regular follow-up treatment by your dentist.

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