Periodontal disease: proper dental care can prevent or reverse the disease. No comments yet

Prevent tooth loss - and protect yourself against more serious health conditions - by getting early treatment for periodontal disease.

According to the Mayo Clinic, nearly 80 percent of American adults have some type of gum - or periodontal disease . The most common of these diseases is gingivitis, which occurs when bacteria builds up between teeth and gums; gingivitis symptoms include gum irritation, inflammation and bleeding.

People prone to gingivitis include:
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