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A soft deposit on teeth that consists of bacteria and bacterial byproducts |
Plaque |
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Made up of calcium and phosphate salts in saliva that become mineralized and adhere to the tooth surface |
Calculus |
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Structures that surround, support, and are attached to the teeth |
Periodontium |
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Disease of the periodontium |
Periodontal Disease |
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Refers to the area above the gingiva |
Surpagingival |
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Refers to the area below the gingiva |
Subgingival |
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Inflammation of gingival tissue |
Gingivitis |
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Inflammatory disease of the supporting tissues of the teeth |
Periodontitis |
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What can be done to reverse gingivitis |
Improve brushing and Flossing Techniques |
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What systemic diseases is related to periodontal disease |
Cardiovascular Disease Preterm Low Birth Weight Respiratory Disease |
