Coral pink color

Gums hug teeth tightly

No bleeding

Bleeding while brushing or during probing

Inflamed, sensitive gums

Possible bad breath/taste

More pronounced gingival bleeding, swelling

Gums may begin to pull away from teeth

Bad breath/taste

Pockets 3-4 mm deep

Teeth may look longer due to gum recession

Gum boils or abscesses may develop

Bad breath, bad taste

Teeth may begin to drift and show spaces

Pockets 4-6 mm deep

Teeth may become mobile or loose

Constant bad breath and bad taste

Teeth sensitive due to exposed roots

Pockets > 6mm deep

Some teeth may be extracted (pulled)