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If you have aggressive periodontitis, you may notice bleeding from your gums along with several other symptoms that continue to get worse. These symptoms may include: pain or tenderness, particularly when brushing; bad breath that doesn't go away; redness or swelling in your gums; teeth that feel loose; pus between your teeth and gums; and you may notice that your teeth or dentures fit together differently. Chronic periodontitis is the most common type.
Aggressive periodontitis is usually seen in children or young adults and only affects about 2 percent of the population. Though symptoms of aggressive periodontitis are similar to in other forms of periodontitis, they are more likely to be severe and quickly worsen in the aggressive form of the disease. They may occur even though you otherwise feel healthy.
Aggressive periodontitis is usually seen in children or young adults and only affects about 2 percent of the population. Though symptoms of aggressive periodontitis are similar to in other forms of periodontitis, they are more likely to be severe and quickly worsen in the aggressive form of the disease. They may occur even though you otherwise feel healthy.
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