List of periodontal diseases
Periodontal pathology, also termed gum diseases or periodontal diseases, are diseases involving the periodontium (the tooth supporting structures, i.e. the gums). The periodontium is composed of alveolar bone, periodontal ligament, cementum and gingiva.
| Periodontal pathology | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Gum diseases, periodontal diseases |
| Gingival enlargement can be a feature in some periodontal diseases. | |
| Specialty | Dentistry |
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