Stages of

Dr. Rina Kotecha

Gum Disease

Stage 1: Gingivitis

Swollen, bleeding, and inflamed gums

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Stage 2:  Early Periodontitis

Pale and inflamed gums that are tender to touch

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Stage 3: Moderate Periodontitis

Receding gums, tooth decay that leads to an unpleasant taste in the mouth

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Stage 4: Advanced Periodontitis

Visibly shrunken gums, loose teeth, and infection in the jawbone

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