Are your gums red, swollen, or tender? Do they bleed when you brush your teeth? Swollen, bleeding gums could be early warning signs of gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease. Left untreated, gingivitis can worsen into a more severe gum infection called periodontal disease leading to tooth loss. Caught early enough, gingivitis can be […]
Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, occurs when your gums are infected. You can reverse the infection and prevent the disease from progressing with proper treatment. However, when you don’t take swift action, the infection spreads to the tooth-supporting structures, and here the disease can only be managed. Are you noticing bloodstains when brushing […]