Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
I need help! how do i know if i have gingivitis or periodontis?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Hard to tell...: .... for someone without a dental degree. You really need to make an appointment with a local dentist to be evaluated. Make the call...
Answered 6/10/2014
4k views
See dentist ASAP: Gingivitis destroys only the gum tissue. Periodontitis destroys the tissue and bone that support the teeth and can cause tooth loss and tooth shifting. Periodontitis can also be transmitted to your loved ones via saliva. This condition needs to be treated by the dentist, regardless gingivitis or periodontitis..
Answered 6/15/2014
4k views
Visit the dentist: Only a dentist or periodontist (dentist who specializes in gum care) can properly diagnosis your condition and recommend a course of treatment. Both are serious and need attention ASAP. Make an appointment, discover your condition and get healthy!
Answered 7/7/2014
3.9k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
What exactly is the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
How do you tell the difference between gingivitis and periodontitis?
12 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
What are the differences between gingivitis and periodontitis disease?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What exactly are the differences between having gingivitis and periodontitis?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
What are the obvious physical differences between gingivitis and periodontitis?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
How to tell if it's gingivitis or periodontitis?
How do I know it is bad gingivitis or periodontitis?
Is this gingivitis or periodontitis? Is there a difference?
What to do if I cannot tell if I have gingivitis or periodontis?
What is the difference between having gingivitis and periodontitis?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
