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I just asked a question about periodontitis but i wrote the wrong word, instead of gingivitis! the correct word is gingivitis, not periodontitis.
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G vs P: Gingivits is the stage of periodontitis. It is an inflammation of the gingiva or gums that is totally reversible with a proper cleaning and good oral health maintenance.
Answered 12/10/2016
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Inflammation: Gingivitis is when the inflammation is just limited to the gums around the teeth. But then if the bacteria proceed deeper into the bone, it will turn into periodontitis, a more involved disease.
Answered 5/28/2013
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