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Periodontal Disease in Adolescents

August 20, 2009 Adolescent Health

Image by Phil Dragash via Flickr The meaning of the word “periodontal” is around the tooth. Also known as gum diseases, periodontal diseases are serious infections caused by bacteria that harm the gums and tissues in the vicinity of the mouth. While dental cavities or caries only affects the tooth Periodontal disease is devastating affecting [...]

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