WHY MY GUMS ARE BLEEDING?
Gum disease is a common problem in the United States, affecting approximately 42.2% of adults over 30 years old. Keeping your gums healthy is important because they help keep bacteria and food particles out of the spaces between teeth and below the gum line. When bacteria and food particles are allowed to build up, they […]
What Is Gum Disease?
Do you have red, receding, or tender gums? Are your teeth sensitive? Have you noticed pockets forming between your gums and your teeth? These are all telltale signs of gum disease. When allowed to flourish, those bacteria can cause gum disease, or periodontal disease. Though this may begin as minor oral discomfort, gum disease can […]