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Periodontal disease or Periodontitis is an infection of the tissues that support the teeth. It is the inflammation of the supporting tissues of the teeth caused by specific microorganisms, resulting in progressive destruction of the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone with pocket formation, recession or both.
The 52-year-old Chicago woman is on her way to having a complete second set of permanent adult teeth thanks to dental implants. Though the road is long and her case extreme, her gum disease slowly leading to the extraction of nearly all her teeth, Kus’ experience serves as testimony for how far dental implants have come, who they can help and why they may be edging out bridges and dentures in the dental world.