usually an infection or inflammation of the gums.
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Inflammatory process of the gingival tissues and/or periodontal membrane of the teeth, resulting in an abnormally deep gingival sulcus, possibly producing periodontal pockets and loss of supporting alveolar bone.
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Disease in the tissues supporting the tooth that can result in loosening of the tooth and the introduction of bacterial infections into the blood stream. Brushing is a good way to avoid this condition but not all cats accept tooth brushing well.
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(gum disease) Inflammation of the bone and attached gum tissue. Clinically appears as loose teeth and/or bleeding gums. Can be treated non-surgically as well as surgically depending on the severity.
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disease of the gums.
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Periodontal "gum" disease is caused by a bacterial infection that can irreversibly damage the teeth. If periodontal disease is caught in its early stages, it can be treated with regularly scheduled dental cleanings; surgical intervention may become necessary if the disease has begun to affect the supporting bone beneath the gums.
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<dentistry, disease> A general term that includes all diseases of the gums, teeth and underlying bone. A major cause of tooth loss. ... See: gingivitis and calculus. ... (27 Sep 1997) ...
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any disease of the periodontium, such as periodontitis or gingivitis. Sometimes it is a manifestation of a systemic disease.
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The inflammation and infection of gums, ligaments, bone, and other tissues surrounding the teeth. Gi
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Periodontal disease: A bacterial infection that destroys the attachment fibers and supporting bone that hold the teeth in the mouth. Left untreated, these diseases can lead to tooth loss. The main cause of periodontal disease is bacterial plaque, a sticky, colorless film that constantly forms on teeth. Common Misspellings: periodontal diease, perio...
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Disease of the gums.
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n] - a disease that attacks the gum and bone and around the teeth
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a condition in which the gums are inflamed and may erode
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periodontitis noun a disease that attacks the gum and bone and around the teeth
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Inflammatory process of the gingival tissues and/or periodontal membrane of the teeth, resulting in an abnormally deep gingival sulcus, possibly producing periodontal pockets and loss of supporting alveolar bone.
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Disease of the gums and bone supporting the teeth, caused by the accumulation of plaque and micro-organisms; the gums recede, and the teeth eventually become loose and may drop out unless treatment is sought. Bacteria can eventually erode the bone that supports the teeth, so that surgery becomes necessary
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A disease that attacks the gum and bone and around the teeth.
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Damage to the gums and tissues around the teeth; people who have diabetes are more likely to have periodontal disease than people who do not have diabetes.
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