Here is some vital news for anyone who cares about their dental health: Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is a principal cause of tooth loss among adults. There is also evidence that it is linked to heart disease. Fortunately, this problem is easy to treat if it is caught in the early stages.
What warning signs should you be looking for?
- Gums that bleed frequently
- Gums that appear tender, swollen, or very red, or gums that have visible pus in between them when they are pushed
- Your bite changes or your teeth suddenly don’t seem to fit together
- Gums that are pulling away from the teeth
- A bad taste in the mouth or chronic bad breath
Hopefully, you are not suffering from any of these things. If you are not removing plaque between your teeth, however, your gums are at risk. Brushing alone is not sufficient—make sure you floss daily.
Regular check-ups with your dentist is another essential weapon in the fight against gum disease.
We’re Drs. David Thompson and Vicki Frey of Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry. We take pride in caring for our patients and want them to have a healthy and beautiful smile. Many of our patients wonder if a smile makeover is right for them. If you’d like to know, schedule an appointment and we’ll take a look!
Our practice offers:
sedation dentistry
Invisalign
family dentistry
dental crowns
Where You Will Always Be Treated as Family
Source:
http://dentistry.about.com/od/toothmouthconditions/a/gum_warnings.htm, accessed on July 25, 2013
Contact Thompson & Frey Cosmetic & Family Dentistry:
270-683-0620
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3164 Alvey Park Dr E
Owensboro, Kentucky
42303
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