Periodontitis is an advanced stage of gum disease, where the tartar is at such an advanced stage that the irritation causes the ligaments and bone that hold the teeth in place to recede. Eventually, this may lead to tooth loss and/or gum abscesses.

Periodontitis is an advanced stage of gum disease, where the tartar is at such an advanced stage that the irritation causes the ligaments and bone that hold the teeth in place to recede. Eventually, this may lead to tooth loss and/or gum abscesses.
