Dental Terminology P
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- Mar 11, 2023
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Dental Terminology with the Letter P and the explanation of them.
Periodontal Disease
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a infection of the bone that is supporting your teeth. It usually appear due to poor brushing and flossing habits. Periodontal Disease is manageable but not curable. In advanced stage, it can lead to bleeding gums and sore gums, tooth loss and also painful chewing problems.
Plaque
Plaque is a sticky, soft film that contains millions of bacteria those build up on your teeth. Plaque can cause gum disease and also tooth decay if it doesn't get removed regularly by brushing and flossing the teeth.