Gum disease, also called gingivitis or periodontal disease (periodontitis), begins with bacterial growth in your mouth and may end – if not properly treated – with tooth loss due to destruction of the tissue that surrounds your teeth.
Gum disease, also called gingivitis or periodontal disease (periodontitis), begins with bacterial growth in your mouth and may end – if not properly treated – with tooth loss due to destruction of the tissue that surrounds your teeth.