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What is Periodontal Disease? |
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Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums surrounding the teeth. |
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What harm does it do? |
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It can damage the tissues and bone around the teeth. If left untreated, it can even lead to tooth loss. |
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What causes it? |
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The main cause of gum disease is a sticky, colorless film, called bacterial plaque, that constantly forms on the teeth. If it isn't removed, plaque can turn into a hard material called calculus. |
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How many people are affected? |
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After age 35, about 3 out of 4 adults are affected by some form of the disease. |
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