How is Gum Disease manifested?
Advanced Forms of Gum Disease
As periodontal disease progresses, the signs can become more noticeable. These can include: pus under the gum-line; teeth that are loose or separating; change in bite or in the fit of partial dentures; or chronic bad breath or bad taste. If your are experiencing any of these should seek dental care immediately.
How Do I Know if I Have a Problem With Gum Disease?
It’s important that you be aware of the “eight silent signs” that may be symptoms of periodontal disease:
1. Gums that bleed when you brush you teeth.
2. Red, swollen or tender gums.
3. Gums that have pulled away from you teeth.
4. Pus that appears between you teeth and gums when the gyms are pressed.
5. Teeth that are becoming loose or changing position.
6. Any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite.
7. Any changes in the way you partial dentures fit.
8. Persistent bad breath or bad taste.
Please call us for an appointment if you have noticed any of these changes.
Regular dental visits and professional cleaning are essential.