Puffy tissue causes shallow pockets between gum and tooth. Bleeding is more persistent on probing. Pockets of 3-4 mm develop between teeth and gums in one or more areas of the mouth. The gum attachment to the tooth weakens and pockets are now 4-6mm deep. Teeth may look longer, as gums begin receding.
Bad breath becomes noticeable.
Tissue and bone are destroyed causing tooth loss. Pockets are now more than 6mm deep with considerable bleeding upon probing. Eating is difficult and painful and teeth may be sensitive to hot and cold. Bad breath is constant and general health may be affected. Oral diseases not treated in time can lead to painful, bleeding gums, oral infections, and eventually tooth loss.