Gum disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Usually, this type of disease is painless, so you may not realize you have it until a warning sign signals a problem.
WARNING SIGNS THAT CAN SIGNAL A PROBLEM:
– Sensitive or bleeding gums
– Red, swollen, painful gums
– Gums that have pulled away from the teeth
– Persistent bad breath or bad taste
– Permanent teeth that are loose or separating
– Any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite
– Any change in the fit of partial dentures