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Could gingivitis progress to periodontal disease in a month?
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Yes: Good mouth hygiene is essential to prevent periodontal disease.
Answered 7/9/2016
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In a month, no: Periodontal disease takes many years to manifest itself, so a patient has ample opportunity to treat the condition. Caught in its early stages, periodontitis can be treated and tooth loss minimized.
Answered 7/9/2016
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Sure: Depending on your Hygiene, diet, general health, and many other factors. See a Periodontist, a gum specialist, for best advice.
Answered 10/15/2017
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