Category: Pathology | Difficulty: Intermediate | Priority: Core
Inflammatory disease of the periodontium resulting in irreversible loss of clinical attachment, alveolar bone destruction, and periodontal pocket formation.
Advanced gum disease that damages the bone and tissue holding your teeth in place — and is not fully reversible.
[[gum disease; bone loss; periodontal pocket; gingivitis]]
Active periodontitis contraindicates prosthetic impressions; bone loss affects crown-to-root ratio and implant candidacy | Pronunciation: /peh-ree-oh-don-TY-tis/ | ICD-10: K05.20–K05.39 | Common Misconception: Patients often think periodontitis only affects the gums — it destroys the bone supporting the teeth and is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults.
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