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2. Periapical periodontitis - Wikipedia

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   Antibiotic in case of a sudden onset of symptoms in less than 24 hours. [ 8 ] Periapical periodontitis or apical periodontitis [ 9 ] ( AP ) is an acute or chronic inflammatory lesion around the apex of a tooth root , most commonly caused by bacterial invasion of the pulp of the tooth . [ 10 ]

3. Necrotizing gingivitis - Wikipedia

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   The main features are painful, bleeding gums, and ulceration of interdental papillae (the sections of gum between adjacent teeth). This disease, along with necrotizing periodontitis (NP) and necrotizing stomatitis, is classified as a necrotizing periodontal disease , one of the three general types of gum disease caused by inflammation of the ...

4. Pericoronitis - Wikipedia

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   Pericoronitis is inflammation of the soft tissues surrounding the crown of a partially erupted tooth, [1] including the gingiva (gums) and the dental follicle. [2] The soft tissue covering a partially erupted tooth is known as an operculum, an area which can be difficult to access with normal oral hygiene methods.

5. Gum disease: causes, risks, prevention and when to see your ...

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   Early periodontitis: In this stage, inflammation moves deeper into the gum tissues, causing pockets between the gums and teeth. The gums may begin to recede, making the teeth appear longer.

6. Necrotizing periodontal diseases - Wikipedia

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   The main features of necrotizing gingivitis are painful, bleeding gums and ulceration and necrosis of the interdental papilla. There may also be intra-oral halitosis, cervical lymphadenitis (swollen lymph nodes in the neck) and malaise. Treatment of the acute disease is by debridement and antibiotics, usually metronidazole. Poor oral hygiene ...

7. What is a deep dental cleaning? Dentists reveal what to ... - AOL

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   If your gums are bleeding or feeling swollen and tender, you might need a deep dental cleaning, aka tooth scaling and root planing. ... Some patients also receive antibiotic medication delivered ...