Periodontitis

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What is the definition of periodontitis?

Periodontitis has been defined as an infectious disease causing inflammation within the supporting tissues of the teeth, which results in progressive attachment and bone loss.

What are the characteristics of periodontitis?

Periodontitis is characterized by pocket formation, with or without gingival recession. It results in loss of periodontal ligament, alveolar bone, and connective tissue.

What are periodontal pockets?

Periodontal pockets are pathological fissures between a tooth and crevicular epithelium with their apex at the junctional epithelium. They are caused by apical migration of the junctional epithelium along the root as the periodontal ligament is detached.

What are the current classifications of periodontitis?

<p>The broad classifications of periodontitis have been updated and now incorporate staging and grading. The previous classifications of aggressive and chronic periodontitis are no longer used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of active periodontitis in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland?

<p>Active periodontitis is prevalent in 50% of the population in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, with prevalence increasing with age.</p> Signup and view all the answers