The health of our mouth does not only involve our teeth, but also all that determines its structure and therefore gums, bone and fibre. These are the elements that are affected by diseases examined by periodontology and that may undergo progressive weakening and consequent destruction. The main causes of periodontitis are generally bad oral hygiene and negative habits such as smoking or bruxism. Their effects include swelling, receding or redness in the gums (gingivitis), halitosis, cavities and plaque, which, if neglected, may worsen the problem until those affected develop a disease.
Dental mobility is a possible consequence of this pathological development, which may lead to the loss of the elements.
An accurate initial diagnosis is fundamental and it involves: