+**Periodontitis**
+Periodontitis is a silent [gum](/wiki/gum) [infection](/wiki/infection) that, if left untreated, slowly erodes the supportive bone structure around teeth. It is a leading cause of adult tooth loss and can have wider implications for [health](/wiki/health).
+## See also
+- [Gingivitis](/wiki/gingivitis)
+- [Oral hygiene](/wiki/oral_hygiene)
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