Diseases of the
periodontium
, The Periodontium comprises:-
• Gingiva
• Periodontal Ligament (PDL)
• Root Cementum
• Alveolar Bone
,• The main function of the periodontium is to attach the
tooth to the bone tissues of the jaws and to maintain
integrity of the surface of the masticatory mucosa of the
oral cavity
, Healthy periodontium
• Healthy gingiva: Fits snugly around the teeth, filling each inter
proximal space between the contact area
• Color : Coral pink
• Consistency: Firm
• Stippling (orange peel appearance)
periodontium
, The Periodontium comprises:-
• Gingiva
• Periodontal Ligament (PDL)
• Root Cementum
• Alveolar Bone
,• The main function of the periodontium is to attach the
tooth to the bone tissues of the jaws and to maintain
integrity of the surface of the masticatory mucosa of the
oral cavity
, Healthy periodontium
• Healthy gingiva: Fits snugly around the teeth, filling each inter
proximal space between the contact area
• Color : Coral pink
• Consistency: Firm
• Stippling (orange peel appearance)