Normal bone and soft tissue around the teeth

The gum tissue and bones that surround and support the teeth are called the periodontium.

Normal bone and soft tissue around the teeth

The gum tissue and bones that surround and support the teeth are called the periodontium.

Current as ofOctober 3, 2018

Author: Healthwise Staff
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Martin J. Gabica, MD – Family Medicine

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