Periodontal Disease Stages

Healthy Gum

•    Gums have healthy pink color
•    Gum line hugs teeth tightly
•    No Bleeding

Gingivitis

•    Gums bleed easily when you brush
•    Gums age inflamed and sensitive to touch
•    Bad breath
•    Gums between teeth will look bluish-red

Moderate Periodontal Disease

•    Gum abscesses may develop
•    Teeth look longer as gums begin to recede
•    Bad breath and taste
•    Moderate bone loss on x-ray
•    Pocket depths between 4-6mm

Advanced Periodontal Disease

•    May become mobile or loose
•    Bad breath, or bad taste constant
•    Severe bone loss on x-ray
•    Pocket depth of 6mm or more

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