What is chronic periodontitis?
Chronic periodontitis is a condition of the gums which causes inflammation and bleeding from plaque. The plaque contains bacteria that spreads and infects the surrounding tissue and bone that support the teeth which may eventually lead to tooth loss.
How do members experience chronic periodontitis?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with chronic periodontitis*
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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Pain
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Anxious mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for chronic periodontitis*
Who has chronic periodontitis on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 8 | |
| 50s | 7 | |
| 60s | 11 | |
| 70+ | 3 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 13 | |
| Female | 20 |