Types of Periodontitis

There are many forms of periodontitis. At Advanced Periodontics Drs. Weiss and Evans treat all types of periodontal disease. The most common types include:

Aggressive periodontitis

Aggressive periodontitis occurs in patients who are otherwise clinically healthy. Common features include rapid loss of tooth attachment and bone destruction.  This condition tends to run in families (familial aggregation).

Chronic periodontitis

Chronic periodontitis results in inflammation within the supporting tissues of the teeth, progressive loss of tooth attachment, and bone loss. This is the most frequently occurring form of periodontitis and is characterized by pocket formation and/or recession of the gingiva (gum). It is prevalent in adults but can occur at any age. Progression of attachment loss usually occurs slowly, but periods of rapid progression can occur. Periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic diseases often begins at a young age.

Necrotizing periodontal disease

Necrotizing periodontal disease is an infection characterized by necrosis (death) of gingival tissues, periodontal ligaments, and alveolar (jaw) bone. These lesions are most commonly observed in individuals with systemic conditions such as HIV infection, malnutrition, and immunosuppression.