Are Gingivitis and Periodontitis the same? What's the difference?
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It happens quite often that we get confused and use the terms Gingivitis and Periodontitis interchangeably. But the fact is that these are completely different terms under the spectrum of tooth gum conditions.

There is a basic difference between Gingivitis and Periodontitis. Gingivitis is gum inflammation caused primarily due to the growth of bacteria leading to the buildup of plaque that further leads to gum  inflammation and bleeding while brushing. Gingivitis usually comes before but does not necessarily always lead to periodontitis.

Gum disease is the significant cause of tooth loss in adults. If gingivitis is not treated timely, it may lead to gum disease(Periodontitis). This is because the inner layer of gum and bone gets pulled away from the teeth, forming pockets that gets infected.  As plaque builds below the gum line, gum tissue and bone are damaged, causing teeth to become loose. 
Symptoms: 
Healthy gums seem coral pink, firm and form a sharp point where they meet the tooth. When extreme amounts of bacteria and food debris build up in the spaces between the teeth and gums, a sticky stuff called plaque is formed.

Symptoms of gingivitis include red, inflamed swollen gums or gums that bleed easily when you brush the teeth. In contrast, periodontitis has progressed to more severe gum disease. 
Do you doubt having gingivitis or periodontitis? Here are few tips for how to tell the difference.
Age: In teenagers, periodontitis is rare, but they can develop gingivitis.  Gingivitis is the starting stage of periodontal disease.
Tooth Health: If you doubt having gingivitis, your teeth would be firmly in place, although your gums may be irritated, inflamed, red, and swollen. If a tooth get loose, you are more likely to have periodontitis.
Pain: Pain during chewing can be a sign that your periodontal disease has progressed from gingivitis to periodontitis.
For more info please visit:  http://www.jerseyshoredental.net/services/periodontal-disease/
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