Periodontics
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Periodontics is the study of clinical aspects of the supporting structures of the teeth, including the gingiva, alveolar (jaw) bone, root cementum, and the periodontal ligament in health and disease. The word comes from the Greek words peri meaning around and odons meaning tooth. Literally taken, it means study of that which is "around the tooth".
Periodontal disease takes on many different forms, but is usually considered to be a chronic, bacterial infection of the gums. Untreated, it often leads to tooth loss and alveolar bone loss.
Also see: periodontology, periodontitis
External links
- American Academy of Periodontology's (AAP) article on Periodontal Disease
- The National Institute of Cranialfacial Research's article on Periodontal Disease
- AAP Directory of Periodontists
| Dentistry |
| Recognized Specialties |
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Endodontics - Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology - Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics - Pediatric Dentistry - Periodontics - Prosthodontics - Dental public health |
| Unrecognized Specialties |
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Cosmetic Dentistry - Dental Implantology - Temporomandibular Joint Disorder - Geriatric dentistry |
| Other |
