- The three stages of gum diseases, in order, are gingivitis, periodontitis, and advanced periodontitis.
- This stage is the initial inflammation of gums, without bone loss. Although gingivitis develops in nearly everyone who lacks a healthy dental hygiene, only 10% to 15% of them develop the further stages of gum disease.
- During this stage, gingivitis advances to the gums around the teeth, bringing destruction of certain tissues and bone; this could result in a moderate amount of bone loss.
- Being the final stage of gum disease, a severe bone loss is experienced, and red, swollen gums will be evident as well as loose and moving teeth. A severely diagnosed patient may lose all of his or her teeth.