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Gum Disease. Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, you may not know you have it. Also referred to as periodontal disease, gum disease is caused by plaque, the sticky film of bacteria that is constantly forming on our teeth.
1 Illnesses may affect the condition of your gums. 2  This includes diseases such as cancer or HIV that interfere with the immune system. 3  Because diabetes affects the body's ability to use blood sugar, patients with this disease are at higher risk of developing infections, including periodontal disease and cavities. Illnesses may affect the condition of your gums. 2  This includes diseases such as cancer or HIV that interfere with the immune system. 3  Because diabetes affects the body's ability to use blood sugar, patients with this disease are at higher risk of developing infections, including periodontal disease and cavities.