Are you interested in learning more about gum disease? Would you be surprised to learn that some of the things you’ve heard about gum disease could be inaccurate?
For instance, have you ever heard that its normal for your gums to bleed while you’re flossing? In reality, if your gums are bleeding you could already be suffering with gum disease—and it could lead to more serious problems. You see, when your gums are inflamed, bacteria and germs can enter your bloodstream through your mouth and eventually spread throughout your body. If this happens, you could be in danger of heart disease, arthritis, and stroke.
Still, have you been told that it’s fairly rare? Sadly, gum disease is actually fairly common. Sadly, this isn’t true. In fact, nearly half of Americans over thirty have some form of gum disease and not know it. Sadly, gum disease can be difficult to detect. We recommend visiting Dr. McKinnon once every six months for a checkup. Our team at McKinnon Dental will be able to detect gum disease and help you address the issue.
To learn more about what you can do about gum disease, or to schedule an appointment with our team, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 920-739-1181 soon. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have. We look forward to hearing from you!