Aggressive periodontitis is a serious infection that can occur in people who are otherwise healthy. Left untreated, it can lead to tooth loss. Infections in the mouth can cause problems elsewhere in the body and affect your overall health. Over time, aggressive periodontitis may increase your risk for heart disease and stroke.
Several studies have shown an association between periodontal diseases and other chronic inflammatory conditions, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and Alzheimer’s disease. Conditions that make people more susceptible to periodontal disease include type 1 diabetes, Down syndrome, Kindler syndrome, and Papillon-Lefevre syndrome.