oral disease

Question 1

What is plaque?

Answer 1

Plaque is a sticky substance made from food particles and saliva mixed together.

Question 2

What is gingivitis?

Answer 2

Early stages of gum disease, this can be cause by improper brushing and plaque build up.

Question 3

What is a false pocket?

Answer 3

Reversible pocket between the gums and teeth usually due to gingivitis.

Question 4

Whats is periodontal disease?

Answer 4

Also known as gums disease, if gingivitis is untreated it can lead to true pockets and possible bone loss.

Question 5

What is a true pocket?

Answer 5

Irreversible pocket between the gums and teeth, bone can be lost and this can not be regained.