General Health Information

The root of dental health is the foundation and source of your teeth -
your gums. If your gums are not healthy, your teeth are at risk,
jeopardizing your smile. Gum disease is the second most common type of
dental problem, after cavities. Depending on the severity of the
problem, you could suffer bad breath, soreness, bleeding gums, loose
teeth and tooth loss. The dental health risks of gum disease
are crucial enough to take your gum health seriously. If you don’t, all
your work in obtaining and maintaining a perfect smile may prove for
naught. The good news is that gum diseases can often be prevented or
even reversed. Just maintain regular brushing and flossing, eating
proper diet and regular dental checkups and your dental health can be
free from gum disease.