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    Question ID:   1010         Current Version: 1
Question: How do I know if I have periodontal disease?
Category: Diseases & Conditions > Dental
Keywords: periodontal disease, gum, symptom, sign, inflammation, check, problem
Type: how
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Symptoms are often not noticeable until the periodontal disease is advanced. They include:

  • Bad breath that won't go away
  • Red or swollen gums
  • Tender or bleeding gums
  • Painful chewing
  • Loose teeth
  • Sensitive teeth

Any of these symptoms may signal a serious problem, which should be checked by a dentist.  At your dental visit:

  • The dentist will ask about your medical history to identify underlying conditions or risk factors (such as smoking) that may contribute to periodontal disease. 
  • The dentist or hygienist will examine your gums and note any signs of inflammation.
  • The dentist or hygienist will use a tiny ruler called a 'probe' to check for periodontal pockets and to measure any pockets.  In a healthy mouth, the depth of these pockets is usually between 1 and 3 millimeters.
  • The dentist or hygienist may take an x-ray to see whether there is any bone loss.
  • The dentist may refer you to a periodontist, a specialist who treats gum diseases.
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