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How do you know if you have developed bone loss due to gingivitis?
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See a dentist: A dentist can do an exam and radiographs to determine this.
Answered 4/16/2013
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Dental X-rays: Dental x-rays are the best ways i know. Your dentist can answer better than i.
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