Periodontitis

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Periodontal disease
This x-ray shows significant bone loss between the two roots of a tooth. The spongy bone has receded due to infection under tooth, reducing the bony support for the tooth.

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Synonyms and keywords: Pyorrhea alveolaris

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | X Ray | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies

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Case #1

Related Chapters

• Actinomyces naeslundii (a kind of bacterium)
• Calculus (dental)
• Campylobacter
• Dental plaque
• Gingivitis
• Gum graft
• Head and neck anatomy
• Osteoimmunology

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