Gum disease is the general term for any type of periodontal disease from gingivitis to periodontitis. Gingivitis is the earliest form of gum disease and is extremely common in both children and adults. With treatment, gingivitis can go away; the disease can advance into more severe forms of periodontitis when left untreated.
Since gingivitis is reversible and periodontitis is generally irreversible, it’s essential to understand the warning signs and causes of gum disease so you can fix things before it’s too late.
