Pyorrhea is an advanced form of infection of the gums where the supporting structures of the teeth including ligaments and bone are damaged by infection. It is estimated that nearly 80% of all Americans will suffer from some form of gum disease during their lifetime. Lack of dental care practices are the most common cause of gum infections. The lack of dental care and poor nutrition can also contribute.

The lack of adequate dental care and poor nutrition may also contribute. As with most forms of gum disease, if pyorrhea treatment is received early gum disease can be cured without any lasting side effects. Because of the worse nature of pyorrhea there is commonly damage to the teeth, ligaments and bone that may be hard to reverse. There are certain surgical procedures and pyorrhea treatment that can help manage complications from pyorrhea.

Pyorrhea begins as any infection of the gums. The main symptoms are often subtle and may go unnoticed until an infection is far advanced. Redness and swelling of the gums along and between the teeth are the initial symptoms.  Read more...