The teeth and surrounding structures are more susceptible than we think to infection. With proper hygiene can be more protected from bacteria that attack our teeth and gums. The periodontium consists of the periodontal tissues that surround and protect teeth. These tissues include the gums, the bone surrounding the tooth (called alveolar bone), periodontal ligament and cementum. A healthy gum is pink, has an elastic consistency and appearance of orange peel. In a healthy tooth the gum will come to embrace the neck of the tooth, which is the union between the crown and root. The bone under normal conditions reaches 1-1.5 mm below the insertion of the gum. Disease Periodontal Disease Periodontal periodontal infections caused by bacteria. At first there is an inflammation or gingivitis. If it evolves, there is tissue loss that makes the tooth loses its support and fall. This is what is known as periodontitis.

Gingivitis
It is an inflammation of the gums that is caused by the existence of bacteria which, in turn, produce an infection. The gum is swollen, red and bleeds easily or spontaneously at the slightest touch. Although sometimes changes color and appearance are not very obvious, the dentist will detect by dental probing. not heal spontaneously, so it should be treated by removing the bacteria. Then the symptoms disappear and are not sequels. If untreated, this condition can be maintained as such days, months or years without changes. However, many people producing gingivitis can progress to periodontitis. (more…)