Gum Disease
Gum disease is one of the most common dental problems in adults and is also one of the leading causes of tooth loss as well.
Gum disease is a threat to your oral health. Research is also pointing to possible health effects of periodontal diseases that go well beyond your mouth. Whether it is stopped, slowed, or gets worse depends a great deal on how well you care for your teeth and gums every day, from this point forward.
What can I do to prevent gum disease?
• Brush your teeth twice a day.
• Floss every day.
• Visit the dentist routinely for a check-up and professional cleaning.
• Don’t use tobacco products.
Signs of gum disease:
• Bleeding of the gums that occurs regularly when brushing or flossing
• Discoloration of gums
• Any sign of gums pulling away from teeth
• bad breath that won’t go away
• loose teeth
Many gum disease symptoms don’t bother to show up visibly and aggressively. It is your responsibility however to always be on the lookout. Don’t let plain bad breath or occasional bleeding fool you. If you experience these seemingly harmless indicators, take a trip to your dentist’s clinic as soon as you can.

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