Research Notes on Periodontitis
Periodontitis is inflammation and infection of the gums, which causes gingivitis. When left untreated, there is infection and inflammation which spreads to the ligaments and bones that support the teeth. This can cause loose teeth and eventual tooth loss.
5 Great Resources on Periodontitis
- American Dental Association: Periodontal (Gum) Diseases
- MayoClinic: Periodontitis
- Wikipedia: Periodontitis
- A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Periodontitis
- National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research: Periodontal (Gum) Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
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5 Latest Headlines on Periodontitis
What is Periodontitis?
- WebMD: Periodontitis
- About.com: What is Periodontitis?
- MaMa'sHealth.com: What is Periodontitis?
- HealthAtoZ: What Is Periodontal Disease?
- WrongDiagnosis: What is Periodontitis?
What Are The Symptoms of Periodontitis?
- Merck: Symptoms of Periodontitis
- HealthCentral.com: Symptoms of Periodontitis
- A.D.A.M. (via The New York Times): Symptoms of Periodontitis
- Peoples-Health.com: Signs and Symptoms of Periodontitis
- University of Maryland Medical Center: What are the Symptoms of Periodontal Disease?
What Are The Causes and Complications of Periodontitis?
- HealthCentral.com: Causes of Periodontitis
- MayoClinic: Causes of Periodontitis | Complications of Periodontitis
- WrongDiagnosis: Causes of Periodontitis | Complications of Periodontitis
- Health Encyclopaedia: Complications of Gingivitis and Periodontitis
- A.D.A.M. (via The New York Times): Causes of Periodontitis | Complications of Periodontitis
What Are The Treatments and Medications for Periodontitis?
- MayoClinic: Treatment for Periodontitis
- Dental Care of Stamford: Periodontal Disease Treatment
- DoctorSpiller.com: The Treatment of Periodontal Disease
- Park Avenue Periodontal Associates: FAQs about Periodontal Treatment
- A.D.A.M. (via The New York Times): Treatment for Periodontitis | Medications for Periodontitis
- Dr.Koop: Treatment for Periodontal Disease | Periodontal Disease - Medications
What Are The Holistic and Alternative Treatments for Periodontitis?
- About.com: Natural Remedies for Gum Disease
- MayoClinic: Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Periodontitis
- Jigsaw Health: Natural and Alternative Treatments for Periodontal Disease
- Doctor's Guide: PerioChip Now Available In The U.S. For Periodontitis Treatment
What Are The Types, Stages and Rick Factors of Periodontitis?
- Simple Steps: Types of Periodontal Disease
- E Home Fellowship: Types Of Periodontal Disease
- All About Natural Treatment: What are the Various Types Periodontitis
- The Wisdom Tooth: Stages Of Gingivitis And Periodontal Disease
- Dental Health directory: Gum Disease - Stages
- A.D.A.M. (via The New York Times): Risk Factors of Periodontitis
How Do You Prevent Periodontitis?
- USA Today: Prevention of Periodontitis
- MayoClinic: Prevention of Periodontitis
- A.D.A.M. (via The New York Times): Prevention of Periodontitis
- Health Encyclopaedia: Gingivitis and Periodontitis Prevention
Wisdom, Blogs, and Message Boards about Periodontitis
- The American Academy of Periodontology: More Information on Tobacco Use and Periodontal Disease
- The C.A.M. Report: Periodontal Disease in Kids Who Smoke Pot
- HealthTalk: Gum Disease: It’s not Just about Your Teeth!
- eHealthForum: Periodontal Disease
- Everyday Health: Everyday Health Support Groups » Dental Health
- Dental Fear Central: Dental Phobia Forum
Foundations and Support Groups on Periodontitis
- JADA: The Journal of the American Dental Association
- The American Academy of Periodontology: Periodontal (Gum) Diseases
- AMA: American Dental Association
- National Center for Dental Hygiene Research: Localized Juvenile Periodontitis
- National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research: Periodontal (Gum) Disease
- About.com: Dental Support Group
Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Periodontitis
- PubMed Central: Medical Journal Articles on Periodontitis
- Jama: Medical Journal Articles on Periodontitis
- Google Scholar: Medical Articles on Periodontitis
Clinical Trials on Periodontitis
- ClinicalTrials.gov: Clinical Trials on Periodontitis
- CenterWatch: Clinical Trials on Periodontitis
User Recommended Links for Periodontitis
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