Do I have gum disease?
Answer the simple questions below to see if you have any of the signs or symptoms associated with gum disease.
Do your gums bleed when you brush them?
Do you get blood in your mouth for no apparent reason?
Have you noticed spaces developing between your teeth?
Have you noticed your gums receding, ie your teeth looking longer?
Do your gums look red or swollen?
Do you suffer with bad breath?
Do your teeth feel loose?
Have your teeth moved position?
Do you suffer with recurrent infections in your mouth?
If you can answer yes to any of the above questions then you should see a dentist to be screened for gum disease and discuss your concerns. Smokers must remember that many of the early signs and symptoms mentioned above are often suppressed allowing the disease to progress to an advanced stage before it becomes noticeable.
Why not go to our frequently asked questions to learn more about Periodontal Disease and its treatment.
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