Periodontitis

Periodontitis is a chronic infection that destroys the structure of our tooth support, the gums and bone. If this disease goes on untreated, it may eventually lead to the loss of our teeth. Periodontitis has been associated with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia. The quicker a Periodontist can detect it, the quicker they can refer patients to their physicians for general assessment, and provide periodontal treatment to help resolve the condition.