Facts on Periodontal Disease | My Scottsdale Dentist What is Periodontal Disease?
Periodontal Disease is the more advanced stages of gingivitis or gum disease.
Gingivitis is caused by bacteria in plaque build-up. The bacterium causes the gums to become inflamed and bleed during tooth brushing. During this phase, the gums may bleed but the teeth themselves are not affected and no serious irreversible bone damage has been done.