Some of the Signs of Gum Disease

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Your gums are the tissue in your mouth that create or form a seal around your teeth to protect them and the bone structure under them. Just like the tissue on the rest of your body, it is susceptible to your manner of health care and will react in a negative manner if treated poorly. Gum disease is basically painless but in the long run can have an effect on your overall general health. So what are the signs of gum disease?

Gum disease will go through a series of progression. Just like other neglected parts of your body. In the initial and early stages it can be reversed. If left to deteriorate it can create some serious issues for your oral health. The first stage of gum disease is called gingivitis which is an inflammation of the gums. The direct cause of this is the build-up of plaque and tartar on your teeth. This plaque is loaded with bacteria and it begins to infect the gums. You will notice your gums may become red, swollen and tender. They may bleed slightly when you brush. Look and see if your gums are starting to pull away from your teeth. This is also a sign and the gum disease will cause what is called pockets that form between the gums and the teeth. With increased pockets the progress accelerates as food debris will collect in those pockets and create more damage. You may notice that your breath has become bad and remains bad. This is a sure sign of gum disease. If it becomes painful to chew, your teeth become sensitive or you even feel like you have a loose tooth then these are more signs of gum disease.

All of this can be prevented in such a simple way. Regular brushing, twice a day, and flossing once a day will prevent the build-up of that plaque and tartar and keep your teeth and gums healthy. Also by scheduling regular visits to the dentist and the hygienist to have your teeth cleaned will eliminate plaque and tartar.

If you are concerned that you might have gum disease, having looked in the mirror and noticed symptoms, you need to see your dentist soon and seek professional treatment. The dentist or hygienist will immediately do deep scaling along your gum line on your teeth to remove any build-up of plaque and tartar. They will work past your visible gum line and down the tooth to the root. This is the first step in stopping the progress of gum disease. The next step is for you to step up and continue with your own proper oral hygiene at home. Remember the signs. If your gums are no longer pink and they start sagging away from your teeth. Your friends or family complain about your bad breath on a regular basis. Only you can catch gum disease early before it creates structural damage with your teeth and supporting bone structure. It can be that easy, don’t turn your back on it.

In you're interested in learning more about gum disease, or are concerned you may have symptoms it's not to late to get treatment. Contact Ritter and Ramsey General and Cosmetic Dentistry located in Jupiter, Fl for your consultation today. We're happy to help you start your journey towards optimal oral health.

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