Laser Periodontal Therapy in Birmingham, AL
Cause of Periodontitis
Dr. Maddux Discusses Common Causes of Periodontitis
Laser Periodontal Therapy in Birmingham, AL
Dr. Maddux Discusses Common Causes of Periodontitis
In most cases, the development of periodontitis starts with plaque — a sticky film composed mainly of bacteria. If left untreated, here’s how plaque can eventually advance to periodontitis:
Periodontitis can cause tooth loss. The bacteria responsible for periodontitis can enter your bloodstream through gum tissue, possibly affecting other parts of your body. For example, periodontitis is linked with respiratory disease, rheumatoid arthritis, coronary artery disease and problems controlling blood sugar in diabetes.
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