Gum disease (also known as periodontal disease), is a subtle but potentially disastrous medical problem that millions of people must contend with each year. Unfortunately, not many people take the time to learn about and prevent gum disease because for years we were told to brush and floss daily in order to prevent tooth decay and the loss of our teeth. Precious little has been done to make people aware of the consequences of gum disease and that plays a large part in the overall ignorance about the condition. Some of the more minor problems that may arise when gum disease prevention is not taken seriously include: halitosis and the worsening of morning breath, increased susceptibility to infection and disease and potential for lesions or “mouth sores” in oral cavity.
Dec 20