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How are my gums decaying if my teeth are clean?
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Gums decaying: there is really no term called gums decaying . Periodontitis is gum disease with a verity of stages and treatments. Teeth can still look clean but gum disease still present. You need to be diagnosed by your dentist to determine the stage of gum disease you have and what options for treatment you have. Think of it like blood pressure or diabetes you can't see it but in time more issues will rise.
Answered 4/5/2020
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Gum disease: Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums and it is the initial stage of gum disease and the easiest to treat. Gingivitis is curable 100%. See your dentist for treatment, prevention and maintenance. Take care.
Answered 1/10/2016
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