How can teeth be considered to have moderate periodontitis?
Disease description:
I previously had mild periodontitis, but recently I noticed some gum recession and tooth mobility, and the symptoms seem to have worsened. How is moderate periodontitis defined?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
Moderate periodontitis typically presents with明显 inflammation of the gums and bleeding upon probing. The depth of periodontal pockets reaches or is less than 6 millimeters, with clinical attachment loss ranging from 3 to 4 millimeters. Additionally, patients with moderate periodontitis may experience slight tooth mobility, mild lesions in the furcation areas of multi-rooted teeth, and a significant amount of subgingival calculus within deep periodontal pockets. The condition of moderate periodontitis is relatively severe but progresses slowly and is relatively straightforward to treat. Patients can undergo supragingival scaling to remove dental plaque and calculus, and use anti-inflammatory medications under a physician's guidance. To prevent and treat periodontitis, patients should maintain good oral hygiene habits and visit the dental clinic regularly for check-ups and professional treatment.
